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PMP · Question 24 · Task 2: Evaluate and deliver project benefits and value
A project to automate a factory line will increase production speed by 50% (Benefit). However, it will also result in the layoff of 20 employees, which will negatively impact the company's reputation in the local community.<br/><br/>What is the term for this negative impact?
A project to automate a factory line will increase production speed by 50% (Benefit). However, it will also result in the layoff of 20 employees, which will negatively impact the company's reputation in the local community.<br/><br/>What is the term for this negative impact?
Answer options:
A.
Dis-benefit
B.
Sunk cost
C.
Opportunity cost
D.
Risk trigger
How to approach this question
Identify the definition. Negative side effect = Dis-benefit.
Full Answer
A.Dis-benefit✓ Correct
A
A dis-benefit is a negative impact that results from a project. While the project delivers value (speed), it also causes harm (layoffs/reputation). PMs must account for dis-benefits in the business case.
Common mistakes
Confusing dis-benefit with risk (which is uncertain; this seems to be a certain consequence).
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