PMI Exam PgMP Topic 5 Question 81 Discussion

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Question #: 81
Topic #: 5

One of the constituent project managers asks a new program manager to obtain approval for an additional key project requirement. A tolerance range is set.

If the tolerance range is too narrow on a program, what effect will multiple minor changes have on the program?

AReduction in program quality

BDegradation of program communications

CReduction in program risk

DSlow down in program implementation

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Kimberlie

4 months ago

Hmm, I'd say D) Slow down in program implementation. With a narrow tolerance range, every hiccup turns into a crisis. This program is like a car with square wheels - it's gonna be a bumpy ride!

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Lindy

4 months ago

Yeah, B) Degradation of program communications could definitely happen too. With so many changes happening, it's important to make sure everyone is on the same page.

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Cecilia

4 months ago

I think A) Reduction in program quality could also be a consequence. When you're constantly making minor changes, it's easy for things to slip through the cracks.

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Eliz

4 months ago

I agree, D) Slow down in program implementation seems likely. It's hard to keep things moving smoothly when there's no room for flexibility.

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B) Degradation of program communications. Oof, that's a tough one. When changes are a constant battle, communication breaks down faster than a cheap microwave. This program is like a game of telephone gone wrong.

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Marva

3 months ago

D) Slow down in program implementation

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Dawne

3 months ago

C) Reduction in program risk

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Janine

3 months ago

B) Degradation of program communications

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Monroe

4 months ago

A) Reduction in program quality

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Colby

5 months ago

That's a good point, Otis. However, I still think the main impact would be a slow down in program implementation.

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Otis

5 months ago

But wouldn't it also reduce program risk by catching issues early on?

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Tequila

5 months ago

I agree with Veronica, having a narrow tolerance range can definitely slow things down.

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Xochitl

5 months ago

A) Reduction in program quality. Totally agree. With a tight tolerance range, there's no room for adjustments, and quality is bound to suffer. This program is like a delicate flower that can't handle a little pruning.

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Olive

4 months ago

C) Reduction in program risk. I believe that with a narrow tolerance range, the program becomes more susceptible to risks as there's less room for error.

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Lorrine

4 months ago

D) Slow down in program implementation. Multiple minor changes could slow down the progress of the program if there's not enough room for adjustments.

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Rachael

4 months ago

A) Reduction in program quality. I agree, quality will definitely be impacted if there's not enough flexibility in the tolerance range.

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Alica

4 months ago

B) Degradation of program communications. I think constant minor changes could lead to confusion and miscommunication among team members.

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Belen

5 months ago

D) Slow down in program implementation. Definitely! A narrow tolerance range means even minor changes can cause major disruptions and delays. The program will be like a turtle trying to run a marathon.

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Cristal

4 months ago

B) Degradation of program communications

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Cheryl

4 months ago

D) Slow down in program implementation. Absolutely, even small changes can have a big impact on the program timeline.

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Terrilyn

4 months ago

A) Reduction in program quality

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Veronica

6 months ago

I think if the tolerance range is too narrow, multiple minor changes will slow down program implementation.

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PMI Exam PgMP Topic 5 Question 81 Discussion

Contribute your Thoughts:

Kimberlie

Lindy

Cecilia

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Marva

Dawne

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Monroe

Colby

Otis

Tequila

Xochitl

Olive

Lorrine

Rachael

Alica

Belen

Cristal

Cheryl

Terrilyn

Veronica