Chapter 3
Multiple Choice
1. Identify the attribute that is not normally associated with the job of functional manager.
a) The functional manager is usually a generalist in the area being managed.
b) The functional manager is responsible for deciding what resources will be devoted to accomp...
2. The __________ project is generally credited with beginning the era of modern project
management.
a) Manhattan
b) Chicago
c) Great Wall of China
d) Egyptian pyramids
Ans: a
Section Reference: 1.1 The Definition of a “Project”
Level: Intermediate
Bloom’s: Knowledge
AACSB: Analysis
Page: 2
3. According to the PMBOK Guidebook, a __________ is a temporary endeavor undertaken to
create a unique product or service.
a) project
b) task
c) sub-process
d) program
Ans: a
Section Reference: 1.1 The Definition of a “Project”
Level: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
AACSB: Analysis
Page: 2
4. __________ is a subset of a project consisting of work packages.
a) Task
b) Program
c) Project
d) Process
Ans: a
Section Reference: 1.1 The Definition of a “Project”
Level: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
AACSB: Analysis
Page: 2
5. The desired outcomes or results of a project are called ____________.
a) subgroups
b) work packages
c) subprojects
d) deliverables
Ans: d
Section Reference: 1.1 The Definition of a “Project”
Level: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
AACSB: Analysis
Page: 2
6. The desired outcomes or results of a project are called ____________.
a) subgroups
b) work packages
c) subprojects
d) deliverables
Ans: d
Section Reference: 1.1 The Definition of a “Project”
Level: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
AACSB: Analysis
Page: 2
7. As sub-elements of a task, these __________ need to be accomplished to achieve the
objectives of the task.
a) subprojects
b) programs
c) work packages
d) levels of effort
Ans: c
Section Reference: 1.1 The Definition of a “Project”
Level: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
AACSB: Analysis
Page: 2
8. Identify the example that would not usually be considered a project.
a) building a house
b) developing a computer software application program
c) hosting a wedding reception
Ans: d
Section reference: 1.1 The Definition of a “Project”
Level: Intermediate
Bloom’s: Comprehension
AACSB: Analysis
Page: 2
9. Projects are bound by the three objectives of scope, time, and cost. These are collectively
referred to as the _______________________.
a) Triple Constraint
b) Triple Factors
c) Three Constraints
d) Triple Play
Ans: a
Section Reference: 1.1 The Definition of a “Project”
Level: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
AACSB: Communication
Page: 3
10. According to the authors, the prime objectives of project management are
a) scope, cost, time
b) quality, scope, schedule
c) customer satisfaction, budget, schedule
d) cost, quality, customer satisfaction
Ans: a
Section reference: 1.1 The Definition of a “Project”
Level: Easy
Bloom’s: Comprehension
AACSB: Analysis
Page: 3
11. The __________ of the project team is a crucial but unstated element of ancillary trade-offs
that the project manager must consider.
a) health
b) plan
c) task
d) effort
Ans: a
Section Reference: 1.1 The Definition of a “Project”
Level: Easy
Bloom’s: Knowledge
AACSB: Diversity
Page: 4
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