BM 1.04-1.06

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Which of the following is a true statement about projects: They rely on traditional management structures. They create goods, not services. They are short-term undertakings. Their processes are more important than their results.

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They are short-term undertakings.

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Every project creates a(n)

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deliverable

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Projects are different from business operations because business operations

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are permanent.

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Which of the following is an element of any project: Technology, Outcome, Natural resources, Board of directors?

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Outcome

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Which of the following is an example of a project that enhanced an existing product: The construction of the Empire State Building, A medication that cures a life-threatening illness, A software update for your computer, The sequel to your favorite movie

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A software update for your computer

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When the hybrid vehicle was introduced, it was an example of a project that

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used entirely new technology.

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Which of the following is a true statement regarding project managers:
- Anyone with the right skills can be a project manager.
- Project managers are usually top-level executives.
- Math and computing are the most important skills for project managers.
- Project managers are only distantly involved in the project.

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Anyone with the right skills can be a project manager.

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The project manager controls what the project will and will not do, known as the project’s

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scope

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Which of the following is a true statement regarding a project champion:
S/He is closely involved in the work of the project.
S/He is the same person as the project manager.
S/He can mobilize the necessary resources to get the project done.
S/He is usually a low-ranking employee in the business.

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S/He can mobilize the necessary resources to get the project done.

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When a hurricane interrupted a business’s new product development, the project team had a plan for getting things back on track. This is an example of how project management

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allows employees to adapt to risk.