PMI Project Resource & Communication Management 2

Question 1

A project manager notices two team members have conflicting work styles causing friction. Which conflict resolution technique is BEST for a long-term solution?

Accepted Answer

Collaborating

Answer

Collaborating (problem-solving) addresses the root cause and leads to a win-win outcome, making it the most sustainable conflict resolution technique.

Question 2

Which document formally authorizes team members to be assigned to project work and identifies reporting relationships?

Accepted Answer

Resource management plan

Answer

The resource management plan describes how resources will be acquired, managed, and released, including team member roles and reporting relationships.

Question 3

A project manager is using a RACI chart. What does the 'I' stand for, and what obligation does it create?

Accepted Answer

Informed — must be kept updated on progress

Answer

In a RACI chart, 'I' stands for Informed, meaning those parties must be kept in the loop but are not required to approve or perform the work.

Question 4

Which team development stage according to Tuckman's model is characterized by the team operating cohesively and achieving high performance?

Accepted Answer

Performing

Answer

In the Performing stage, team members work interdependently toward goals with minimal oversight and high productivity.

Question 5

A sponsor requests weekly status reports while a key stakeholder prefers instant messaging for updates. What should the project manager do?

Accepted Answer

Accommodate each stakeholder's preferred communication method

Answer

The communications management plan should be tailored to stakeholder needs and preferences to ensure effective information exchange.

(PMI) Project Management Institute Certified Practice Test

(PMI) Project Management Institute Certified Practice Test

PMI Project Resource & Communication Management 2