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Calculate the standard deviation for the following: Pessimistic=14, Optimistic=6, Realistic=8.

(a) 1.33
(b) 1.78
(c) 8.66
(d) Not enough information

Bar chart (Tool)

A chart that shows a time relationship between the activities of the project; also commonly called a Gantt Chart

The electronic monitoring equipment project has entered closure. As the Project Manager and the team prepare for closure, they are told that Scope Verification will be key to the success of the project. Why is this?

(a) Scope Verification should have been done earlier in the project and since it wasn't done then, it's important to complete it before the project is complete.
(b) Scope Verification validates that the Sponsor signed the Scope Statement at the beginning of planning.
(c) Scope Verification is the process of comparing what the project created to the Scope Statement, product description, and anything else that helps ensure the results of the project will function as intended. (Correct)
(d) Scope Verification is used to verify that the project team understands the Scope of the project.

Explanation: Scope Verification is used to compare work results of the project created to what was planned to be built. This can include using the Scope Statement, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), or product description. If the verification process is satisfactory then the work of the project is typically viewed acceptable.

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Question of the Day

Calculate the standard deviation for the following: Pessimistic=14, Optimistic=6, Realistic=8. (a) 1.33 (b) 1.78 (c) 8.66 (d) Not enough information

Terminology of the Day

Bar chart (Tool) A chart that shows a time relationship between the activities of the project; also commonly called a Gantt Chart

Answer and Explanation to Yesterday's Question

The electronic monitoring equipment project has entered closure. As the Project Manager and the team prepare for closure, they are told that Scope Verification will be key to the success of the project. Why is this? (a) Scope Verification should have been done earlier in the project and since it wasn't done then, it's important to complete it before the project is complete. (b) Scope Verification validates that the Sponsor signed the Scope Statement at the beginning of planning. (c) Scope Verification is the process of comparing what the project created to the Scope Statement, product description, and anything else that helps ensure the results of the project will function as intended. (Correct) (d) Scope Verification is used to verify that the project team understands the Scope of the project. Explanation: Scope Verification is used to compare work results of the project created to what was planned to be built. This can include using the Scope Statement, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), or product description. If the verification process is satisfactory then the work of the project is typically viewed acceptable. For more questions, terminology and other exercises please see the PMP® Exam Success Series: Certification Exam Manual at www.c rosswind pm.com