CAPM: Certified Associate in Project Management (PMI-100)

Question #: 1
Topic #: 1
Once the make-or-buy analysis is completed, which document defines the project delivery method?

A. Procurement statement of work (SOW)
B. Procurement strategy
C. Terms of reference
D. Change request

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 2
Topic #: 1
A project is just beginning, and management creates a long list of potential stakeholders. Which statement about identifying and engaging stakeholder, is correct?

A. The project manager should identify and deal with stakeholders only during the execution phase.
B. Stakeholder satisfaction should be identified immediately and managed as a project objective.
C. The project manager should focus on project objectives and deal with stakeholders as a secondary priority.
D. Stakeholder satisfaction is the most important goal, and project objectives should be considered a secondary priority.

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 3
Topic #: 1
Which is an example of leveraging evolving trends and emerging practices in Project Integration Management?

A. Hybrid methodologies
B. Risk register updates
C. Outsourced project resources
D. Reliance on lessons learned documents

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 4
Topic #: 1
What should a project manager use to determine how much money is needed to complete a project?

A. Earned value management (EVM)
B. Estimate at completion (EAC)
C. Earned value analysis (EVA)
D. Budget at completion (BAC)

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 5
Topic #: 1
The project manager is creating the communications management plan. Which group of inputs is required to begin?

A. Work performance reports, change requests, and risk register
B. Work performance data, project documents, and stakeholder engagement plan
C. Project charter, project management plan, and project documents
D. Work performance data, stakeholder register, and team management plan

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 6
Topic #: 1
A project is in progress and about to move to a different phase, according to the plan. This will be a good opportunity for the project manager to:

A. create the project management plan.
B. identify the project objectives.
C. review and update stakeholder engagement.
D. create the schedule baseline.

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 7
Topic #: 1
A new project has been set. Four main stakeholders besides the project manager and four other team members have been identified.
How many communication channels are available?

A. 8
B. 18
C. 36
D. 40

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 8
Topic #: 1
A project manager is preparing to meet with three crucial project stakeholders on a new project. Which tools and techniques can the project manager use to capture stakeholder interest?

A. Review stakeholder register and meeting
B. Data analysis and communication skills
C. Data gathering and data analysis
D. Communication skills and cultural awareness

Selected Answer: D

Question #: 9
Topic #: 1
Select three processes that are associated with Project Schedule Management? (Choose three.)

A. Define Activities
B. Plan Resource Management
C. Estimate Activity Durations
D. Develop Schedule
E. Acquire Resources

Selected Answer: ACD

Question #: 10
Topic #: 1
What are the project management processes associated with project quality management?

A. Plan Quality Management, Manage Quality, and Control Quality
B. Plan Quality Management, Manage Quality, and Cost of Quality
C. Manage Quality, Customer Satisfaction, and Control Quality
D. Customer Satisfaction, Control Quality, and Continuous Improvement

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 11
Topic #: 1
In an adaptive project environment, which action helps the project manager ensure that the team is comfortable with charges?

A. Having control over the planning and delivery of the products without delegating decisions
B. Giving access to information to the team and frequent team checkpoints
C. Selecting different team members to take the project manager role during reviews with stakeholders
D. Asking the control change board to approve changes before notifying the team

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 12
Topic #: 1
The activity of tailoring is necessary because:

A. the members of the project team need to select the appropriate order of every tool, technique, input, and output listed in the PMBOK Guide; this is required for all projects.
B. each project is unique, and the members of the project team should select the appropriate tools, techniques, inputs, and outputs from the PMBOK Guide.
C. the members of the project team need to understand the PMBOK Guide processes, which are applied to all projects.
D. each project is unique, and the project team must plan how to apply all the tools, techniques, inputs, and outputs in the PMBOK Guide.

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 13
Topic #: 1
When developing the project schedule, a project manager uses decomposition and rolling wave planning techniques in this process:

A. Develop Schedule
B. Define Activities
C. Define Scope
D. Collect Requirements

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 14
Topic #: 1
Which of the following tasks focuses on decomposing work packages?

A. Adjust duration estimates
B. Define activities
C. Complete rolling wave planning
D. Develop milestone list

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 15
Topic #: 1
During what project management process does the project manager invest the most effort into creating the work breakdown structure (WBS)?

A. Initiating
B. Planning
C. Executing
D. Monitoring and Controlling

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 16
Topic #: 1
Given the following information:
✑ Activity A takes one week.
✑ Activity B takes three weeks.
✑ Activity C takes two weeks.
✑ Activity D takes five weeks.
✑ Activity A starts at the same time as Activity B.
✑ Activity C follows Activity B and Activity A.
✑ Activity D follows Activity C.
How long will it take to complete the project?

A. 8 weeks
B. 9 weeks
C. 10 weeks
D. 11 weeks

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 17
Topic #: 1
Which is an example of analogous estimating?

A. Estimates are created by individuals or groups with specialized knowledge.
B. Estimates are created by using information about resources of previous similar projects.
C. Estimates are created by analyzing data.
D. Estimates are created at the task level and aggregated upwards.

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 18
Topic #: 1
With regard to a project manager’s sphere of influence in a project, which of the following does the project manager influence most directly?

A. Suppliers
B. Customers
C. Governing bodies
D. Project team

Selected Answer: D

Question #: 19
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Which document can help a project manager to leverage historical project information?

A. Lessons learned register
B. Schedule baseline
C. Work performance data
D. Deliverable acceptance forms

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 20
Topic #: 1
Which kind of communication should the project manager use when creating reports for government bodies?

A. Hierarchical
B. External
C. Formal
D. Official

Selected Answer: D

Question #: 21
Topic #: 1
Which is the main benefit of managing and tailoring strategies in the Stakeholder Engagement process?

A. Increased support and minimized resistance from stakeholders
B. Increased performance of the project team
C. Maintenance of stakeholder satisfaction because costs and scope are under control
D. Updated project documents, as requested by stakeholders

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 22
Topic #: 1
How can a project manager evaluate project team development?

A. Produce team performance assessments
B. Hold weekly meetings to engage every member
C. Complete a personal skill assessment on each team member
D. Provide recognition awards to team members

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 23
Topic #: 1
The project manager is dividing the project scope into smaller pieces, and repeating this process until no more subdivisions are required. At this point the project manager is able to estimate costs and activities for each element.
What are these elements called?

A. Project activities
B. Work packages
C. Planning packages
D. Project deliverables

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 24
Topic #: 1
Which tools and techniques will a project manager use to develop a project charter?

A. Project manager experience, expert judgment, scope statement, and meetings
B. Lessons learned database, interpersonal and team skills, cost baseline, and meetings
C. Expert judgment, data gathering, scope statement, schedule baseline, and meetings
D. Expert judgment, data gathering, interpersonal and team skills, and meetings

Selected Answer: D

Question #: 25
Topic #: 1
Which key benefit can a project manager obtain by identifying stakeholders?

A. Identify the appropriate focus for engagement of each stakeholder
B. Assess the risk exposure for each stakeholder
C. Map stakeholder power and influence grid
D. Identify the appropriate channels of communication with all stakeholders

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 26
Topic #: 1
The project team is inspecting the completed project scope to determine if the requirements have been satisfied. What is the result of this inspection?

A. Accepted deliverables
B. Planning packages
C. Verified deliverables
D. Work packages

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 27
Topic #: 1
Which are the most important competencies required for a project manager?

A. Leadership, bilingualism, experience, and technical knowledge
B. PMP certification, experience, technical knowledge, and post-graduate education
C. Leadership, strategic and business management, project management knowledge, and technical knowledge
D. Communication skills, project management knowledge, PMP certification, and availability to travel

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 28
Topic #: 1
Which is the correct hierarchy in a project environment, from most to least inclusive?

A. Projects, portfolios, then programs
B. Portfolios, programs, then projects
C. Portfolios, projects, then programs
D. Projects, programs, then portfolios

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 29
Topic #: 1
Two members of the team are having a conflict. The project manager decides that, in this case, the best solution is to bring some degree of satisfaction to all parties in order to temporarily or partially resolve the problem.
Which technique should the project manager use?

A. Withdraw/Avoid
B. Smooth/Accommodate
C. Compromise/Reconcile
D. Collaborate/Problem Solve

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 30
Topic #: 1
Which process determines the correctness of deliverables?

A. Verify Deliverables
B. Validate Deliverables
C. Review Deliverables
D. Analyze Deliverables

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 31
Topic #: 1
Why is tailoring required in a project?

A. Because a one-size-fits-all approach avoids complications and saves time
B. Because every project is unique and not every tool, technique, input, or output identified in the PMBOK Guide is required
C. Because tailoring allows us to identify the techniques, procedures, and system practices used by those in the project
D. Project managers should apply every process in the PMBOK Guide to the project, so tailoring is not required

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 32
Topic #: 1
Company A has just been notified about a new legal requirement for its business operations. What is the classification of this item?

A. Internal enterprise environmental factor
B. Risk register database
C. External enterprise environmental factor
D. Organizational process asset

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 33
Topic #: 1
Which of the following documents are created as part of Project Integration Management?

A. Project charter and project management plan
B. Communications management plan and scope management plan
C. Quality management plan and risk management plan
D. Project scope statement and communications management plan

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 34
Topic #: 1
A project manager is working on an estimate. The project team is estimating each work package and then finding the total of all the work packages.
Which technique is the project manager using?

A. Three-point estimating
B. Parametric estimating
C. Bottom-up estimating
D. Data analysis

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 35
Topic #: 1
A project manager is updating their CV or resume and realizes that they need to improve skills related to expertise in the industry and organizational knowledge.
Which dimension of PMI’s Talent Triangle best relates to this need to improve?

A. Strategic and business management skills
B. Leadership skills
C. Technical project management
D. Organizational management

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 36
Topic #: 1
Which project documents can determine the budget?

A. Procurement documents, contracts, requirements documentation, and basis of estimates
B. Basis of estimates, cost estimates, project schedule, and risk register
C. Business case, project charter, statement of work, and cost estimates
D. Scope baseline, resource management plan, activity list, and assumption log

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 37
Topic #: 1
When managing costs in an agile environment, what should a project manager consider?

A. Lightweight estimation methods can be used as changes arise
B. Agile environments make cost aggregation more difficult
C. Agile environments make projects more costly and uncertain
D. Detailed cost calculations benefit from frequent changes

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 38
Topic #: 1
Which statement describes the Monitor Communications process?

A. Evaluates the differences between the communications management plan and the reality of communications in a project
B. Ensures that the information needs of the project and the stakeholders are met
C. Ensures that project information is created, collected, and distributed in a timely and appropriate manner
D. Develops an appropriate and plan for communication of project activities

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 39
Topic #: 1
Which tasks should a project manager accomplish in order to manage project scope correctly?

A. Define, Validate, and Control Scope; Control Schedule; Control Costs and Manage Stakeholder Engagement.
B. Collect Requirements, Define Scope, Create WBS, Develop Schedule, and Manage Stakeholder Engagement.
C. Plan Scope Management; Collect Requirements; Define, Validate, and Control Scope; and Create WBS.
D. Define, Validate, and Control Scope; Control Costs; Manage Stakeholder Engagement; and keep budget under control.

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 40
Topic #: 1
In a preliminary meeting for a project, team members decide to execute the project with agile methodology. A finance team member wants to know how project cost will be determined at this early stage.
How will the project team determine project cost?

A. Use a lightweight cost estimation due to the nature of agile projects
B. Use a detailed cost estimation for agile projects
C. Retrieve a budget from a previous project and create a baseline for this project based on it
D. Use a detailed work breakdown structure (WBS) to get cost estimation

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 41
Topic #: 1
Which of the following lists represents the outputs of the Monitor Communications process?

A. Project communications, project management plan updates, project documents updates, and organizational process assets updates
B. Work performance information, change requests, project management plan updates, and project documents updates
C. Communications management plan, project management plan updates, work performance report, and project documents update
D. Stakeholder engagement plan, change requests, project management plan updates, and project documents updates

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 42
Topic #: 1
A project team member is estimating the cost of an activity and is checking documentation from previous similar projects. Which estimation method is the project manager using to complete this task?

A. Bottom-up estimating
B. Three-point estimating
C. Analogous estimating
D. Parametric estimating

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 43
Topic #: 1
Which are inputs for the Plan Quality Management process?

A. Quality metrics, project documents, and financial performance
B. Quality management plan, project documents, and quality metrics
C. Project management plan, project documents, and organizational process assets
D. Project management plan, quality metrics, and project documents

Selected Answer: C

Question #: 44
Topic #: 1
What should the project manager use to evaluate the politics and power structure among stakeholders inside and outside of the organization?

A. Expert judgment
B. Interpersonal skills
C. Team agreements
D. Communication skills

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 45
Topic #: 1
The project manager has the following information about the estimated duration for an activity:
✑ Most likely [tM] `” 15 days
✑ Pessimistic [tP] `” 20 days
✑ Optimistic [tO] `” 10 days
What is the estimated duration of this activity, according to the triangular distribution technique?

A. 10 days
B. 15 days
C. 12.5 days
D. 5 days

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 46
Topic #: 1
Which is a major component of an agreement?

A. Change request handling
B. Risk register templates
C. Lessons learned register
D. Procurement management plan

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 47
Topic #: 1
Which statement is related to the project manager’s sphere of influence at the organizational level?

A. A project manager interacts with other project managers to detect common interests and impacts their projects.
B. A project manager facilitates communication between the suppliers and contractors on the project.
C. A project manager considers the current industry trends and evaluates how they can impact or be applied to the project.
D. A project manager may inform other professionals about the value of project management.

Selected Answer: D

Question #: 48
Topic #: 1
What process group establishes project scope, refines objectives, and defines the actions necessary to attain project objectives?

A. Executing
B. Planning
C. Initiating
D. Monitoring and Controlling

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 49
Topic #: 1
Which are examples of processes that may be used once or at predefined points in the project life cycle?

A. Develop Project Charter and Close Project or Phase
B. Define Activities and Acquire Resources
C. Control Schedule and Conduct Procurements
D. Monitor Communications and Control Costs

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 50
Topic #: 1
After defining activities in project schedule management, which processes should a project manager follow?

A. Sequence Activities and Estimate Activity Durations
B. Estimate Activity Durations and Control Schedule
C. Develop Schedule and Control Schedule
D. Review Activities and Develop Schedule

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 51
Topic #: 1
Which of the following tasks is related to the Perform Qualitative Risk Analysis process?

A. Identify the project risks and assign a probability of occurrence
B. Perform a sensitivity analysis to determine which risk has the most potential for impacting the project
C. Analyze the effect of identified project risks as numerical data
D. Prioritize each protect risk and assign the probability of occurrence and impact for each one

Selected Answer: D

Question #: 52
Topic #: 1
The project manager needs to manage a critical issue immediately, and this requires action from the upper management of a specific stakeholder group. Which plan should the project manager consult?

A. Risk management plan
B. Communications management plan
C. Change management plan
D. Stakeholder engagement plan

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 53
Topic #: 1
During what project management process does the project team begin identifying risks?

A. Initiating
B. Planning
C. Executing
D. Monitoring and Controlling

Selected Answer: B

Question #: 54
Topic #: 1
A project manager is reviewing the change requests for project documents, deliverables, and the project plan. In which project management process does this review belong?

A. Monitor and Control Project Work
B. Direct and Manage Project Work
C. Close Project or Phase
D. Perform Integrated Change Control

Selected Answer: D

Question #: 55
Topic #: 1
Which format can a network diagram take?

A. Flow chart
B. Control chart
C. Affinity diagram
D. Cause-and-effect diagram

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 56
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A project manager is working on the communications management plan. Which of these documents are inputs to consider?

A. Stakeholder engagement plan and organizational process assets
B. Project schedule and stakeholder register
C. Quality management plan and risk register
D. Basis of estimates and scope baseline

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 57
Topic #: 1
According to the PMI Talent Triangle, leadership skills relate to the ability to:

A. understand the high-level overview of the organization
B. tailor traditional and agile tools for the project
C. work with stakeholders to develop an appropriate project delivery
D. guide, motivate, and direct a team to reach project goals

Selected Answer: D

Question #: 58
Topic #: 1
Which is the best way for a project manager to ensure efficient and frequent communication with management and stakeholders in an agile/adaptive environment?

A. Post project artifacts in a transparent fashion and engage stakeholders on a regular basis.
B. Make surveys among the stakeholders and meet with the team once a month.
C. Create a social network and post news there.
D. Create personalized emails for each stakeholder, asking for requests and reviewing objectives with them periodically.

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 59
Topic #: 1
A project manager is assigned to a strategic project. Senior management asks the project manager to give a presentation in order to request support that will ensure the success of the project.
Which entities will the project manager attempt to influence?

A. The project and the organization
B. The organization and the industry
C. The subject matter experts and the project
D. The change control board and the organization

Selected Answer: A

Question #: 60
Topic #: 1
Which statement summarizes the role of the change control board?

A. The change control board is responsible for presenting the change for approval
B. The change control board will analyze the change impact in terms of cost and schedule
C. The change control board is responsible for managing the change management and configuration management systems
D. The change control board is responsible for reviewing and approving changes to the project

Selected Answer: D