Project Management - Qp7

15 Questions | By Jacksonmatthews | Updated: Mar 20, 2022 | Attempts: 336

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1.

A good project manager is usually a good leader.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
2.

A project leader must undertake a number of responsibilities during the project cycle. In effect, such a person must:- (Select Four)
- A.
  
  Make all the key decisions concerning a project's progress.
- B.
  
  Be able to communicate well with fellow team members.
- C.
  
  Know how to handle resources effectively.
- D.
  
  Ensure that the project progresses according to schedule.
- E.
  
  Strong financial background.
3.

A project leader must therefore be able to understand the specific and often unique dynamics of the project team and be capable of _______ a positive atmosphere amongst management.
- A.
  
  Nuturing
- B.
  
  Guiding
- C.
  
  Leading
4.

A good leader is therefore able to adapt to the challenges of a project effectively, even under very demanding or difficult conditions, and constructive leadership creates a positive climate, and in project management, improves the desire of a project team to complete a project goal well.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
5.

An advantage of a free-style leadership approach is that the project team gets to participate in the ____ - ______ process and feels in control of activities as they take place.
- A.
  
  Decision-Making
- B.
  
  Guidance
- C.
  
  Responsibility
6.

A disadvantage of an autocratic leadership approach is that the project leader can ______ the project team by their lack of participation in the management process.
- A.
  
  De-movitate
- B.
  
  Negotiate
- C.
  
  Contribute
7.

A project leader who is bossy by nature may find an free-style leadership approach more comfortable, while a sociable project leader may prefer a autocratic leadership approach to project management.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
8.

Whatever leadership style is chosen by the responsible project leader, should ensure that the following conditions are achieved:- (Select Five)
- A.
  
  Skills required to complete a project.
- B.
  
  To improve the teams motivation.
- C.
  
  To ready the team to accept change if need be.
- D.
  
  To maintain a high standard of decision-making.
- E.
  
  To build team spirit and morale
- F.
  
  To recognize each team member's contribution to a project's progress.
9.

A naturally bossy project leader who prefers to apply a strict autocratic leadership approach may suddenly come into conflict with certain team members who do not agree with parts of the schedule and threaten to disrupt the project altogether.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
10.

The project leader should always be up-to-date and aware of how a project is progressing and be able to prioritise the next steps required to complete a project successfully.
- A.
  
  Prioritise
- B.
  
  Demanding
- C.
  
  Qualities
- D.
  
  Flexible
11.

To prepare for the responsibilities of project leadership, a project leader should consider the following activities:- (Select Five)
- A.
  
  Become familiar with the group or individuals on the team.
- B.
  
  Get commitment from the project team.
- C.
  
  Motivate the team.
- D.
  
  Be consistent and fair.
- E.
  
  Be able to use discipline if need be.
- F.
  
  Be adaptable and flexible wherever possible.
12.

Punishment in the form of firing someone should only be used as a last resort as this act can have negative repercussions on the rest of the project team in some instances.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False