IPT 9.1 Project Management - Multiple Choice

An error was found in an app after implementation.

In which stage of system development was this error found?

• Planning

• Designing

• Understanding the problem

• Testing, evaluating and maintaining

Answer explanation

The error was found after implementation, indicating it was identified during the 'Testing, evaluating and maintaining' stage, where the system is assessed for issues before final deployment.

A project manager and a client discuss issues and compromise to reach a solution.

Which communication technique are they demonstrating?

• Interview

• Surveying

• Negotiation

• Team building

Answer explanation

The project manager and client are discussing issues and finding a compromise, which exemplifies negotiation. This technique involves dialogue to reach a mutually acceptable solution, distinguishing it from interviewing or surveying.

Which of the following project management tools outlines the process for
how information should be distributed, and who it should be delivered to?

• Gantt charts

• Journals and diaries

• Funding management plan

• Communication management plan

Answer explanation

The Communication Management Plan specifically outlines how information is distributed and identifies the recipients, making it the correct choice for this question.

Which of the following should be considered when determining
the operational feasibility of a proposed system?

• A. Cost of developing the system

• B. Time taken to implement the system

• C. Users having the skills needed to use the system

• D. Availability of information technology for the system

Answer explanation

Operational feasibility requires that users possess the necessary skills to effectively use the system. Without skilled users, even a well-developed system may fail to be implemented successfully.

Documentation for the user is created at different stages of system development.

Which statement best describes the purpose of user documentation
created during the implementation stage?

• A. Recording the development process of the system

• B. Listing the user requirements of the developed system

• C. Providing help and instructions for the use of the system

• D. Gaining feedback from users and participants of the system

Answer explanation

User documentation created during the implementation stage focuses on providing help and instructions for using the system, making option C the best choice. It ensures users can effectively navigate and utilize the system.

A bank is going to use a computer system to automatically respond to customer enquiries.

During development, a small range of data is used to test the system.

Which type of testing is this?

• A. Hardware

• B. Live

• C. Simulated

• D. Volume

Answer explanation

The testing described uses a small range of data to mimic real customer interactions, which is characteristic of simulated testing. This allows developers to evaluate system responses without live data.

Which row of the table identifies approaches that could be used
to identify problems within an existing system?

• Interview participants,

  Analyse the system

• Survey users,

  Develop a conversion method

• Conduct a feasibility study,

  Analyse the system

• Create a requirements report,

  Develop a conversion method

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'Interview participants' and 'Analyse the system', are effective methods to uncover issues in an existing system by gathering insights and evaluating current processes.

The decision table outlines different insurance product options for customers.

Which of the following is correct based on the information provided?

• Basic insurance covers choice of repairer and injury to others.

• Silver insurance covers fire and choice of repairer.

• Gold insurance covers fire and theft.

• Platinum insurance covers all types of injuries and a rental car.

Answer explanation

Gold insurance is correctly identified as covering fire and theft, which aligns with the provided information. The other options do not accurately reflect the coverage details.

What tool shows the breakdown of individual tasks in a project?

• Gantt chart

• Decision tree

• Feasibility study

• Requirements report

Answer explanation

A Gantt chart visually represents a project schedule, showing the breakdown of individual tasks, their durations, and dependencies. This makes it the correct tool for understanding task details in a project.

A new system will be installed and tested in a small number of stores for three months
before being implemented across a business’s remaining stores.

What method of conversion does this describe?

• Direct

• Parallel

• Phased

• Pilot

Answer explanation

The described method of conversion is a 'Pilot' because it involves testing the new system in a small number of stores for three months before a wider rollout, allowing for evaluation and adjustments.