PMI PMI Project Scope & WBS Management

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)?

Accepted Answer

To decompose project scope into manageable components

Answer

A WBS decomposes the total project scope into smaller, manageable work components called work packages.

Question 2

What is the lowest level of a WBS called?

Accepted Answer

Work package

Answer

The work package is the lowest level of the WBS where cost and schedule can be reliably estimated and controlled.

Question 3

Which process formally authorizes a project or a phase?

Accepted Answer

Develop Project Charter

Answer

The Develop Project Charter process formally authorizes the project and documents initial requirements and the PM's authority.

Question 4

What document formally defines what is and is not included in the project?

Accepted Answer

Project Scope Statement

Answer

The Project Scope Statement describes the project's deliverables and required work, including explicit exclusions.

Question 5

What is scope creep?

Accepted Answer

Uncontrolled expansion of project scope without proper approval

Answer

Scope creep refers to uncontrolled changes or continuous growth in project scope without going through the change control process.

(PMI) Project Management Institute Certified Practice Test