NSC Project Planning & Scheduling

Question 1

What is the purpose of a project work breakdown structure?

Accepted Answer

To decompose the project into manageable, defined work packages

Answer

To list all project team members

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To create the project budget

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To schedule all project meetings

Question 2

Which scheduling method identifies the longest path through a project?

Accepted Answer

Critical Path Method determines the minimum project duration

Answer

Gantt chart visual representation

Answer

Simple task listing

Answer

Calendar-based scheduling

Question 3

What factor most commonly causes project cost overruns?

Accepted Answer

Inadequate scope definition and uncontrolled scope changes

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High material costs

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Bad weather

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Equipment failure

Question 4

How should project risks be incorporated into scheduling?

Accepted Answer

By adding contingency time to critical activities and overall project duration

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By ignoring risks to maintain aggressive schedules

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By adding contingency only to the final milestone

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Risks should not affect the schedule

Question 5

What is earned value management?

Accepted Answer

A method to measure project performance by comparing planned versus actual progress and cost

Answer

A way to calculate employee bonuses

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A pricing strategy for services

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A method for tracking material deliveries

Question 6

Why is stakeholder communication important in project management?

Accepted Answer

It ensures expectations are managed and decisions are informed and timely

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It is only required at project start and completion

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It delays decision-making

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It is only important for large projects