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A series of activities to create a unique product of service by a specific date is best described as which one of the following?
A. A program B. An operation C. A project D. A subproject |
C. A project is a temporary endeavor to create a unique product, service, or result. Deadlines and cost constraints are tied to the project. A is incorrect becuase programs are a collection of projects working towards a common cause. B is incorrect because operations are ongoing activitiesof an organization. D, a subproject, describes a project that is part of and supports a larger project. PMBOK 1.2.1
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Which of the following is likely to be part of an operation?
A. Providing electricity to a community B. Designing an electrical grid for a new community C. Building a new dam as a source for electricity D. Informing the public about changes at the electrical company |
A. Providing electricity to a community is the best example of operations, as it is an on-going activity. B, C, and D are all examples of projects, as they are temporary and create a unique product, service, or result. PMBOK 1.2.2
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Of the following, which one is the best example of progressive elaboration?
A. It is the process of decomposing the work into small, manageable tasks B. It is the process of taking a project from concept to completion C. It is the process of taking a project concept to a project budget D. It is the process of identifying the business needs of a potential project |
B. According to the PMBOK, progressive elaboration means developing in steps and then continuing by increments. A describes the process of breaking down the project scope into the task list. C is not a valid choice for this question. D is part of stakeholder analysis, and is not the best answer for this question. PMBOK 1.2.1.3
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