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Question 1

A project manager learns that a vendor will deliver 2 weeks late. This risk was previously identified and a contingency plan exists. What should the PM do?

Accepted Answer

Activate the contingency plan and update the risk register

Answer

When a risk event occurs that has a pre-defined contingency plan, the PM should activate that plan and document the outcome in the risk register.

Question 2

Which Agile ceremony is designed specifically to inspect the increment and adapt the product backlog?

Accepted Answer

Sprint Review

Answer

The Sprint Review is where the team demonstrates the increment to stakeholders and the backlog is adapted based on feedback.

Question 3

What does a Schedule Performance Index (SPI) of 1.2 indicate?

Accepted Answer

The project is progressing 20% more efficiently than planned

Answer

An SPI greater than 1.0 means the team is earning more value per time period than was planned — ahead of schedule.

Question 4

A project manager wants to identify the root cause of recurring quality defects. Which tool is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Ishikawa (Fishbone) Diagram

Answer

The Ishikawa (cause-and-effect) diagram is specifically designed to identify root causes of problems by exploring contributing factors.

Question 5

In servant leadership, what is the project manager's PRIMARY focus?

Accepted Answer

Removing obstacles and enabling the team to perform effectively

Answer

Servant leaders prioritize the team's needs, remove impediments, and create conditions for the team to self-organize and deliver.

PMP - Project Management Professional Practice Test

PMP - Project Management Professional Practice Test

PMP PMP 4