,CHAPTER 1: PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS
1. 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.
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.
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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