Question 1

_____ is a parametric model using dependent variables based upon one or more independent variables that are measures of performance or physical attributes of the system.

Accepted Answer

A)  COCOMO
B)  LOC
C)  HEURISTICS.
D)  CHECKPOINT
E)  SLIMF) B) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 2

An estimation technique characterized by the dividing the project into smaller modules and then directly estimating the time and effort in terms of person-hours,person-weeks,or person-months for each module best describes

Accepted Answer

A)  Guesstimating
B)  Delphi Technique
C)  Time Boxing
D)  Top-Down Estimating
E)  Bottom-Up EstimatingF) B) and C)
G) C) and E)

Question 3

The use of heuristics is based following immutable principles of project development and lead to highly accurate forecasts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

What is a WBS? What purpose does it serve?

Accepted Answer

A work breakdown structure WBS)provides ...

Question 5

Describe the PMBOK area of project time management.

Accepted Answer

The Project Management Body of Knowledge...

Question 6

What is the Delphi technique? When would it be an appropriate estimating technique for an IT project?

Accepted Answer

The Delphi technique requires several ex...

Question 7

The Delphi technique is a quick and economical way to estimate the duration and costs of project activities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

_____ may result in long hours and frustration for the project team,which may lead to burnout.

Accepted Answer

A)  Guesstimating
B)  Delphi Technique
C)  Time Boxing
D)  Top-Down Estimating
E)  Bottom-Up EstimatingF) A) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 9

Something that includes a combination of inputs and outputs for retrieving data from either the internal files or from files external to the application would be called an:

Accepted Answer

A)  Internal Logical File ILF) 
B)  External Interface File EIF) 
C)  External Input EI) 
D)  External Output EO) 
E)  External Inquiry EQ) F) A) and D)
G) C) and E)

Question 10

Counting lines of code LOC)is a good way to encourage efficient programming.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

What is a work package?

Accepted Answer

The WBS decomposes,or subdivides,the pro...

Question 12

To be effective,each project phase should provide at least ___ deliverables) .

Accepted Answer

A)  one
B)  two
C)  three
D)  as many as needed
E)  a project phase does not need to produce a deliverableF) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 13

According to the text,most real-world estimating is made using top-down estimating.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Research suggests that projects that use a formal estimating tool have a better chance of delivering a system that is on time and within budget.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

An estimation technique characterized by picking numbers out of the air or "ballparking".

Accepted Answer

A)  Guesstimating
B)  Delphi Technique
C)  Time Boxing
D)  Top-Down Estimating
E)  Bottom-Up EstimatingF) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 16

A screen that allows the user to input information using a keyboard and a mouse would be called an:

Accepted Answer

A)  Internal Logical File ILF) 
B)  External Interface File EIF) 
C)  External Input EI) 
D)  External Output EO) 
E)  External Inquiry EQ) F) B) and C)
G) All of the above

Question 17

A significant event or achievement that provides evidence that a deliverable is complete is called a _____

Accepted Answer

A)  work package
B)  phase
C)  milestone
D)  checkpoint
E)  phase gateF) All of the above
G) C) and E)

Question 18

An entity in an Entity-Relationship Diagram ERD would be considered an:

Accepted Answer

A)  Internal Logical File ILF
B)  External Interface File EIF
C)  External Input EI
D)  External Output EO
E)  External Inquiry EQF) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 19

An estimation technique characterized by the recruitment of multiple experts who provide rounds of estimates until a consensus estimate emerges.

Accepted Answer

A)  Guesstimating
B)  Delphi Technique
C)  Time Boxing
D)  Top-Down Estimating
E)  Bottom-Up EstimatingF) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 20

A work breakdown structure WBS)represents a logical decomposition of the work to be performed and how the product,service,or result is naturally subdivided.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 6: The Work Breakdown Structure and Project Estimation

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Counting lines of code LOC)is a good way to encourage efficient programming.

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An entity in an Entity-Relationship Diagram ERD would be considered an:

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Describe the PMBOK area of project time management.

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_____ may result in long hours and frustration for the project team,which may lead to burnout.

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The use of heuristics is based following immutable principles of project development and lead to highly accurate forecasts.

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To be effective,each project phase should provide at least ___ deliverables) .

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The Delphi technique is a quick and economical way to estimate the duration and costs of project activities.

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A work breakdown structure WBS)represents a logical decomposition of the work to be performed and how the product,service,or result is naturally subdivided.

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Research suggests that projects that use a formal estimating tool have a better chance of delivering a system that is on time and within budget.

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_____ is a parametric model using dependent variables based upon one or more independent variables that are measures of performance or physical attributes of the system.

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An estimation technique characterized by the dividing the project into smaller modules and then directly estimating the time and effort in terms of person-hours,person-weeks,or person-months for each module best describes

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An estimation technique characterized by picking numbers out of the air or "ballparking".

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A screen that allows the user to input information using a keyboard and a mouse would be called an:

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An estimation technique characterized by the recruitment of multiple experts who provide rounds of estimates until a consensus estimate emerges.

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What is the Delphi technique? When would it be an appropriate estimating technique for an IT project?

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According to the text,most real-world estimating is made using top-down estimating.

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What is a WBS? What purpose does it serve?

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What is a work package?

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