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Which of the following is not true about bottom-up estimating?

A) The WBS must be accurate and complete before this process can be used. B) Since the cost is largely independent of the desired accuracy it is the methodology of choice.
C) Its accuracy increases if the activities are smaller. D) It is not a useful methodology in the early project planning phase.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Since the cost is largely independent of the desired accuracy it is the methodology of choice.

Explanation:

“The cost and accuracy of bottom-up cost estimating is typically influenced by the size and complexity of the individual activity or work package.” PMBOK [7.1.2.4]

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George is very open with his team members. He invites questions and discussion, and encourages new suggestions and ideas. He considers all this carefully before making any but the most minor project decisions, but ultimately chooses the course he personally believes is the right one. His leadership style is best characterized as

A) Democratic B) Consultative
C) Participative D) Benevolent
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Participative

Explanation:

The Participative leadership style is characterized by 1) allowing a great deal of freedom in identifying problems and solutions, 2) working closely with subordinates, 3) allows extensive participation, but 4) reserving to him/herself the final decision. The consultative style is not so open, with discussion more focused around the leader’s uncertainties than asking for new ideas.

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Activities done repeatedly over time will become more efficient, increase in quality and will be found to be less demanding by the performing people. This is known as the

A) Learning Curve Theory. B) Continuous Improvement Theory.
C) Six-sigma Theory. D) Homeostasis Theory.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Learning Curve Theory.

Explanation:

Answers B and C belong to quality management, and answer D was formulated by Elizabeth Duffy and suggested that we all try to adjust our lives so that we have a dynamic balance (homeostasis) between challenge and relaxation. Kerstner, Chapter 18

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Which of the following is usually not considered a goal of portfolio management?

A) To manage the effective and efficient use of resources. B) To balance the portfolio among incremental and radical investments.
C) To maximize the value of the portfolio by careful examination of candidate projects and exclusion of those no meeting strategic objectives. D) To ensure that the relationship between projects in the portfolio clearly reflects strategic objectives.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) To ensure that the relationship between projects in the portfolio clearly reflects strategic objectives.

Explanation:

There is not necessarily a relationship between projects in a portfolio. Answer D is actually one of the goals of PROGRAM management. PMBOK Guide [1.4]

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I do not want my class to be inherited by any other class. What should i do?

Answer You should declared your class as final. But you can't define your class as final, if it is an abstract class. A class declared as final can't be extended by any other class.
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