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Question #41

A project manager has decided to outsource portions of a project and will conduct a separate procurement. In which of the following phases does this task occur?

A . Planning
B . Initiating
C . Controlling
D . Executing

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Question #42

A piece of equipment has malfunctioned and is stalling the completion of a deliverable for a project.

Which of the following should the project manager do next?

A . Buy a replacement for the faulty equipment.
B . Get the maintenance team to resolve the issue.
C . Escalate the issue to the project sponsor.
D . Rate the severity of the impact the issue has on the project.

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Correct Answer: D
D

Explanation:

This answer is based on the best practice of issue management in project management, which is to identify, analyze, prioritize, and resolve issues that affect the project performance, scope, schedule, quality, or budget12. The first step in this process is to rate the severity of the impact the issue has on the project, which involves assessing the likelihood and consequences of the issue, and assigning a rating or score to the issue based on a predefined scale or criteria34. By rating the severity of the impact, the project manager can determine the urgency and importance of the issue, and decide the appropriate course of action to address the issue56.

Rating the severity of the impact is better than the other options because:

Buying a replacement for the faulty equipment may not be feasible, cost-effective, or timely, depending on the availability, price, and delivery time of the equipment. It may also require approval from the project sponsor or other stakeholders, and may affect the project budget or scope7. Getting the maintenance team to resolve the issue may not be possible, depending on the nature and extent of the malfunction, the skills and availability of the maintenance team, and the warranty or service contract of the equipment. It may also take time and resources to diagnose and fix the problem, and may cause further delays or disruptions to the project8.

Escalating the issue to the project sponsor may not be necessary, depending on the severity and complexity of the issue, and the authority and responsibility of the project manager. It may also create unnecessary alarm or confusion among the project stakeholders, and may undermine the project manager’s credibility or autonomy9.

Reference = CompTIA Project+ Certification Study Guide, CompTIA Project+ Certification Exam Objectives, What is Issue Management?1, Issue Management Process2, How to Assess the Severity of Project Issues3, How to Prioritize Project Issues4, How to Replace Faulty Equipment in Project Management5, How to Manage Equipment Maintenance in Project Management6, How to Escalate Issues in Project Management7

Question #43

A project manager receives an escalation from an external group reporting that an expected deliverable should have been available some time ago. After analysis, the project team realizes the deliverable was provided on time.

Which of the following should the project manager do next?

A . Request a change control ticket.
B . Review the schedule plan.
C . Refine the project documentation.
D . Revise the communication plan.

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Question #44

During the execution phase, a new PM was assigned to a project. The PM received a request to add new functionality to the system that is being developed. While the PM was conducting a preliminary review with the team, the technical lead highlighted that this functionality request was rejected during the planning phase.

Which of the following documents is the best source for the PM to use to confirm this assertion?

A . Issue log
B . Scope statement
C . Risk report
D . Change log

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Question #45

Which of the following activities are important parts of the closing phase? (Select two).

A . Releasing resources
B . Locking risks
C . Updating stakeholder register
D . Closing contracts
E . Completing the work breakdown structure
F . Negotiating the next project

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Question #46

A project manager has been very diligent in maintaining the version control for the documentation of requirements.

Which of the following tools is the project manager using?

A . Multiauthoring software
B . Word processor
C . Real-time polling
D . Conferencing platforms

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Question #47

A project manager prefers to have immediate contact with team members because it allows for faster response times and more interactive discussions.

Which of the following communication methods should the project manager use?

A . Synchronous
B . Informal
C . Asynchronous
D . Formal

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Question #48

Which of the following is a consideration when determining a project’s ESG factors?

A . Project management methodology
B . IT infrastructure security
C . Proper accounting practices
D . Corporate values compliance

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Question #49

A project manager, who finished a project some time ago, keeps receiving questions from another project manager who is currently leading a similar project.

Which of the following is the most likely cause of this situation?

A . The retrospective session feedback was not communicated properly.
B . The project resources were released ahead of time.
C . The documentation was not archived as per the PMO standards.
D . The validation of deliverables is running behind schedule.

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Question #50

During a status meeting, the development team reviews work and finds an unforeseen dependency on one of the critical project activities. As a result, the project will most likely be delayed.

Which of the following actions should the project manager MOST likely perform?

A . Work with the project scheduler to update the project timeline.
B . Communicate to the stakeholders about the updated timeline.
C . Ask the development team to fast-track upcoming activities.
D . Add two resources so the critical activities will finish on time.

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