PK0-003 · Question #227
Which of the following describes an assumption?
The correct answer is C. Treated as true for the purpose of planning. This question asks for the definition of an assumption in project management.
Question
Which of the following describes an assumption?
Options
- ANot used on projects, because certainty is needed to proceed with planning
- BAn unqualified estimate that can be firmed up later
- CTreated as true for the purpose of planning
- DA limitation that can impact the project that must be considered
How the community answered
(33 responses)- B3% (1)
- C91% (30)
- D6% (2)
Why each option
This question asks for the definition of an assumption in project management.
Assumptions are fundamental to project planning, as complete certainty is rarely possible at the outset.
An assumption is specifically something believed to be true, not just an unquantified estimate.
An assumption is a factor that is considered to be true, real, or certain for planning purposes, even without proof or demonstration. Project planning often proceeds based on these assumed conditions until they can be verified or disproven.
This describes a constraint, which is a restrictive condition, not an assumption.
Concept tested: Definition of a project assumption
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