Which of the following correctly describes projects?

The correct answer is B. They create a unique product or service. By definition, a project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result. This distinguishes projects from operations, which are repetitive and ongoing (D). Projects do not contain portfolios (A)-it is the other way around: portfolios contain…

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AThey contain portfolios
BThey create a unique product or service
CThey contain programs with the same objective
DThey are repetitive and ongoing

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A
3% (1)
B
87% (26)
C
3% (1)
D
7% (2)

Explanation

By definition, a project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result. This distinguishes projects from operations, which are repetitive and ongoing (D). Projects do not contain portfolios (A)-it is the other way around: portfolios contain programs and projects. Programs (C) are groups of related projects managed together, but projects themselves do not contain programs. The defining characteristics of a project are its uniqueness and its temporary nature.

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