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Task 13: Determine appropriate project methodology/methods and practicesmethodology selectionhybrid approachrequirements managementdelivery strategy
PMP · Question 02 · Task 13: Determine appropriate project methodology/methods and practices
A project manager is leading a hybrid software development project where the client has clearly defined requirements that are unlikely to change, but wants to see working software delivered every six weeks to demonstrate progress to their board of directors. Which development approach is MOST appropriate?
A project manager is leading a hybrid software development project where the client has clearly defined requirements that are unlikely to change, but wants to see working software delivered every six weeks to demonstrate progress to their board of directors. Which development approach is MOST appropriate?
Answer options:
A.
Pure Waterfall approach since the requirements are stable and well-defined
B.
Pure Agile approach to accommodate the six-week delivery cycles
C.
Hybrid approach combining predictive planning with iterative delivery
D.
Iterative approach with multiple development cycles
How to approach this question
Analyze the project characteristics: stable requirements suggest predictive elements, while regular delivery needs suggest iterative elements. Look for the approach that combines both.
Full Answer
C.Hybrid approach combining predictive planning with iterative delivery✓ Correct
C
Hybrid approaches combine the best of predictive and agile methodologies. Stable requirements benefit from upfront planning, while regular demonstrations require iterative delivery.
Common mistakes
Choosing pure approaches when the scenario clearly shows mixed characteristics requiring different methodological elements.
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