PK0-003 · Question #130
A new project manager is beginning work on a high profile project with a budget of $3.2 million. The project manager has not spoken directly to the IT department regarding the necessary hardware for t
The correct answer is D. Assumptions. The project manager is making a decision about necessary hardware based on prior experience without direct verification, which exemplifies an assumption in project management.
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A new project manager is beginning work on a high profile project with a budget of $3.2 million. The project manager has not spoken directly to the IT department regarding the necessary hardware for this project. The project manager has determined, based on past experience, that it will not be necessary to purchase additional servers for the project. This is an example of which of the following?
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- AConstraints
- BStandards compliance
- CAcceptance criteria
- DAssumptions
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(23 responses)- A13% (3)
- B4% (1)
- C4% (1)
- D78% (18)
Why each option
The project manager is making a decision about necessary hardware based on prior experience without direct verification, which exemplifies an assumption in project management.
Constraints are limiting factors or conditions that affect the project, such as budget, schedule, or resources.
Standards compliance refers to adhering to established rules, guidelines, or specifications, not a belief about resource availability.
Acceptance criteria are the conditions that must be met for a deliverable to be considered acceptable by stakeholders.
An assumption is a factor that is considered to be true, real, or certain for planning purposes, without proof or demonstration. In this scenario, the project manager assumes that existing servers are sufficient based on past experience, without consulting the IT department for current project needs.
Concept tested: Project assumptions identification
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