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,CHAPTER 1: PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS1. A project is an endeavor to accomplish a specific objective through a unique set of interrelated tasks and the
effective utilization of resources.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct True, a project is an endeavor to accomplish a specific objective through a unique
set of interrelated tasks and the effective utilization of resources.
Incorrect True, a project is an endeavor to accomplish a specific objective through a unique
set of interrelated tasks and the effective utilization of resources.
2. A research firm secured $2 million to evaluate the treatment of water in selected countries over the next
three years. This is an example of a project.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct True, this is a project with a specific objective that is accomplished through a
unique set of interrelated tasks and the effective utilization of resources.
Incorrect True, this is a project with a specific objective that is accomplished through a
unique set of interrelated tasks and the effective utilization of resources.
3. The Department of Transportation hired a company to build a six-lane highway between two cities. This is
an example of a project.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct True, this is a project with a specific through a unique set of interrelated tasks
and the effective utilization of resources.
Incorrect True, this is a project with a specific through a unique set of interrelated tasks
and the effective utilization of resources.
4. A group volunteered to keep a section of highway clean. This is an example of a project.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct False, this is not a project. It is not a unique set of interrelated tasks and the
effective utilization of resources. A specific day with volunteers would be a
project.
Incorrect False, this is not a project. It is not a unique set of interrelated tasks and the
effective utilization of resources. A specific day with volunteers would be a
project.
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,Chapter 1: Project Management Concepts
5. The outcome of a project is a tangible end product.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct The outcome of a project is a tangible end product.
Incorrect The outcome of a project is a tangible end product.
6. A project is an endeavor to accomplish a specific objective through a unique set of nonrelated tasks and the
effective utilization of resources.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct False, a project is an endeavor to accomplish a specific objective through a
unique set of interrelated tasks and the effective utilization of resources.
Incorrect False, a project is an endeavor to accomplish a specific objective through a
unique set of interrelated tasks and the effective utilization of resources.
7. Every project has a starting date and an ending date.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct Every project has a starting date and an ending date.
Incorrect Every project has a starting date and an ending date.
8. A project has a clear objective.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct A project has a clear objective.
Incorrect A project has a clear objective.
9. The project objective requires completing the project work scope on time and within budget.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct The project objective requires completing the project work scope on time and
within budget.
Incorrect The project objective requires completing the project work scope on time and
within budget.
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, Chapter 1: Project Management Concepts
10. Expected benefits and outcomes may be included in the project objective.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct Expected benefits and outcomes may be included in the project objective.
Incorrect Expected benefits and outcomes may be included in the project objective.
11. A project is carried out through a series of independent tasks.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct A project is carried out through a series of interdependent tasks.
Incorrect A project is carried out through a series of interdependent tasks.
12. A project utilizes various resources to carry out the tasks.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct A project utilizes various resources to carry out the tasks.
Incorrect A project utilizes various resources to carry out the tasks.
13. Resources can include people, organizations, equipment, materials, and facilities.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct Resources can include people, organizations, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Incorrect Resources can include people, organizations, equipment, materials, and facilities.
14. A project has an unlimited time frame.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct A project has a specific time frame.
Incorrect A project has a specific time frame.
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