PMP Free Practice Test

A project team is using one of the visual management tools to identify dependencies. It was identified that domain knowledge from one team needs to be shared with another team to ensure the continuity of deliverables. What should the project manager do?

1. A. Merge both teams into one team so the knowledge is commonly available.
2. B. Remove the dependency to eliminate the need for knowledge sharing.
3. C. Redistribute the team members so knowledge is available in both teams.
4. D. Request the respective teams to plan for knowledge-sharing sessions.

Correct Answer: D

A project team has finished its first iteration out of six. The iteration's delivery performance (velocity) was 50%.
During the iteration retrospective, the team realizes that the complexity of the work was underestimated. What should the project manager do?

1. A. Update the issue log and escalate it to the project sponsor.
2. B. Meet with the team to review internal actions to resolve the situation.
3. C. Ask the technical manager to help the team with the issue.
4. D. Ask to replace some team members with more experienced ones.

Correct Answer: B

A project is ready to start, and resources are allocated. The development manager then informs the project manager that a critical resource is no longer available due to a family emergency. The development manager indicates that all other developers have been assigned to other projects, and there is no capacity for any developer to take on additional work. What should the project manager do next to fulfill this resource need?

1. A. Determine resource allocation options based on project priority.
2. B. Apply changes to the existing resource allocations and inform the development manager.
3. C. Meet with the sponsor to determine how to rebaseline the schedule.
4. D. Inform the sponsor of the situation and request an extension of the target completion date.

Correct Answer: A

A project team is working on an agile software development project. The project manager is concerned that the virtual team may not be as effective as a colocated team at headquarters.
Which two actions should the project manager leverage to ensure the team is meeting performance expectations? (Choose two)

1. A. Hold daily virtual meetings to review progress.
2. B. Implement time-keeping software for team members.
3. C. Task functional managers to drive accountability.
4. D. Utilize a web-based kanban board.
5. E. Require a monthly individual status report.

Correct Answer: AD

A project had scheduling delays, which necessitated the team to work overtime to meet critical milestones.
This led to some misunderstandings among team members. The project sponsor has allocated a monetary award. How should the project manager utilize the award?

1. A. Meet with the team members and ask them how to spend the reward.
2. B. Arrange a luncheon for all team members and include team-building sessions.
3. C. Draft a points system to allocate a portion of the money for each resource.
4. D. Allocate the reward to the team leaders to spend on the team as they see fit.

Correct Answer: C