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Q41.
What is the main problem in a situation where the requirements are fixed and stable, but there is uncertainty regarding the process and resources?

a.

Realization problem

b.

Allocation problem

c.

Design problem

d.

Coordination problem

Discuss
Answer: (c).Design problem Explanation:The main problem in this situation is controlling the development process and not knowing how to carry out the process or which resources to employ.
Q42.
What is the recommended approach for controlling a project in a situation where the requirements are fixed and stable, but there is uncertainty regarding the process and resources?

a.

Standardizing the process

b.

Standardizing the work outputs

c.

Using a linear development model

d.

Using a incremental development model

Discuss
Answer: (b).Standardizing the work outputs Explanation:The control should be done through the process and resources, and that standardizing the work outputs is the best approach in this situation.
Q43.
What is the recommended approach for cost estimation in a situation where there is uncertainty regarding resources?

a.

Using past experience

b.

Using a formalized cost estimation model

c.

Using expert estimates

d.

Using sensitivity analyses

Discuss
Answer: (d).Using sensitivity analyses Explanation:In a situation where there is uncertainty regarding resources, the recommended approach for cost estimation is to use either some cost estimation model or expert estimates, and perform sensitivity analyses. Since there is uncertainty as regards resources, there is a need for sensitivity analyses in order to gain insight into such questions as: What will happen to the total cost and development time if we allocate three designers of level A rather than four designers of level B? This will help project managers to gain insight to, and increase their feeling for, possible solution strategies.
Q44.
How can one manage a project where the requirements are fixed and stable, but there is uncertainty in the process and resources?

a.

Standardize the process and work outputs

b.

Contract out the work

c.

Use the waterfall model

d.

Use an incremental development model

Discuss
Answer: (d).Use an incremental development model Explanation:In this situation, there is insufficient knowledge of the effect of allocating extra personnel, other tools, different methods and techniques. The main problem is controlling the development process. In order to make the project manageable, one needs to use an incremental development model and measure progress towards the project's goals in order to allow for timely adjustments.
Q45.
What is the main problem when there is uncertainty in the resources?

a.

The availability of personnel

b.

Controlling the development process

c.

Designing the software

d.

Coordinating activities in the project

Discuss
Answer: (a).The availability of personnel Explanation:When there is uncertainty in the resources, the major problem becomes one of the availability of personnel. The controlling a project of this kind tends to become one of controlling capacity.
Q46.
What is the coordination mechanism for type of project where the product certainty, process certainty and resource certainty are all low?

a.

Standardization

b.

Mutual adjustment

c.

Adhocracy

d.

Linear development model

Discuss
Answer: (b).Mutual adjustment Explanation:In a situation as complex and uncertain as this one, coordination can best be achieved through mutual adjustment.
Q47.
What is the main goal in making this type of project manageable where the product certainty, process certainty and resource certainty are all low?

a.

Adhering to a strict budget

b.

Assigning clear responsibilities

c.

Maximizing output

d.

Keeping extra personnel

Discuss
Answer: (c).Maximizing output Explanation:To make a project of this kind manageable, our goal will be to maximize output, given the resources available to the project.
Q48.
What is the appropriate process model for type of project where the product certainty, process certainty and resource certainty are all low?

a.

Linear development model

b.

Agile approach

c.

Formalized cost estimation model

d.

Standardization of work outputs

Discuss
Answer: (b).Agile approach Explanation:Since requirements are not precisely known, some agile approach is appropriate as a process model.
Q49.
Is it feasible to use formalized cost estimation models for type of project where the product certainty, process certainty and resource certainty are all low?

a.

Yes

b.

No

c.

May be Yes or No

d.

Can't say

Discuss
Answer: (b).No Explanation:Cost estimation using some formalized model clearly is not feasible in these circumstances.
Q50.
How can cost estimates be used for type of project where the product certainty, process certainty and resource certainty are all low?

a.

As a fixed anchor point for finishing the project and determining the cost

b.

As a rough guide for the magnitude of the project

c.

As a sensitivity analysis for cost drivers

d.

To allocate effort and time for the project

Discuss
Answer: (b).As a rough guide for the magnitude of the project Explanation:In a project where the product certainty, process certainty and resource certainty are all low, cost estimation using formalized models is not feasible. Use of such models presupposes that we know enough about project at hand to be able to compare it with previous projects, but in this type of project, this is not the case. Instead, we may rely on expert judgments to achieve a rough cost estimate. However, this estimate should not be used as a fixed anchor point as to when project should be finished and how much it may cost, as there are too many uncertainties involved. Rather, it provides us with some guidance as to the magnitude of project. Based on this estimate, effort and time can be allocated for the project, for instance to produce a certain no. of prototypes, a feasibility study, a pilot implementation of part of product, or to start a certain number of time boxes. The hope is that in time the uncertainties will diminish sufficiently so that project shifts to one of the other situations.
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