CISSP-ISSEP · Question #148
Which of the following are the subtasks of the Define Life-Cycle Process Concepts task? Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.
The correct answer is A. Training B. Personnel D. Manpower. "Training," "Personnel," and "Manpower" (A, B, D) are correct because they represent the three human capital subtasks grouped under the Define Life-Cycle Process Concepts task - commonly abbreviated as MPT (Manpower, Personnel, and Training) in defense and systems engineering fra
Question
Which of the following are the subtasks of the Define Life-Cycle Process Concepts task? Each correct answer represents a complete solution. Choose all that apply.
Options
- ATraining
- BPersonnel
- CControl
- DManpower
How the community answered
(64 responses)- A86% (55)
- C14% (9)
Explanation
"Training," "Personnel," and "Manpower" (A, B, D) are correct because they represent the three human capital subtasks grouped under the Define Life-Cycle Process Concepts task - commonly abbreviated as MPT (Manpower, Personnel, and Training) in defense and systems engineering frameworks (e.g., DoD acquisition lifecycle). Manpower defines how many people are needed, Personnel defines what skills/qualifications are required, and Training defines what preparation those personnel need to perform their roles throughout the life cycle.
Why C (Control) is wrong: Control relates to oversight, governance, and management processes - it belongs to different task areas such as risk management or program execution, not as a subtask of defining life-cycle process concepts.
Memory tip: Think MPT - "My People Train." If you can remember that MPT stands for Manpower, Personnel, and Training, you can immediately identify all three correct subtasks and rule out anything that sounds like a management/governance term (like "Control").
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