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Chapter 12: Project Completion
True/False
1. Project implementation focuses on installing or delivering the project’s major
deliverable in organization-the information system that was built or
purchased.
a. True
b. False
2. For a project to be closed successfully, the product of the project must be
formally accepted by the project sponsor or customer.
a. True
b. False
3. Immediately after the implementation, the project’s MOV can be determined.
a. True
b. False
4. The direct cutover is the generally the least favored implementation approach.
a. True
b. False
5. The parallel implementation approach is generally considered to be the riskiest
implementation approach.
a. True
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b. False
6. The phased approach is generally the least expensive of the three implementation
approaches.
a. True
b. False
7. Premature project closure is always a characteristic of a failed project.
a. True
b. False
8. Failure to clearly define and agree on the project’s MOV may lead to a runaway
or perpetual project.
a. True
False
9. Project termination by starvation may result from changed priorities.
a. True
b. False
10. Most of the project documentation is completed during the development phase.
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a. True
b. False
11. Delivery, installation, and implementation of the information system indicate the
sponsor’s acceptance of the project.
a. True
b. False
12. The final project report may be circulated to key stakeholders prior to the final
meeting and presentation.
a. True
b. False
13. Once the project is accepted by the sponsor or customer, a number of
administrative closure processes remain.
a. True
b. False
14. Most team members are less critical of their own performance than the project
manager.
a. True
False
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15. Individual performance reviews should provide a consensus on improving
performance.
a. True
b. False
16. Conducting the postmortem review is the responsibility of the project sponsor.
a. True
b. False
17. The project audit is the generally conducted by the project manager and project
team.
a. True
b. False
18. The project MOV is usually readily determined at the close of the project.
a. True
b. False
19. Before conducting the final project evaluation, one must be sure that information
system delivered has not been changed by the users or support staff.
a. True
b. False
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20. The final test of project success is the evaluation of the project’s MOV.
a. True
b. False
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Multiple Choice
1. Which implemention approach usually entails the greatest level of risk especially
if the system is not adequately tested?
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
2. _____ is the implementation method where the old system is shut down and the
new system is turned on at an agreed upon date.
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
3. _____ can be effective when quick delivery of the new system is critical or when
the existing system must be replaced as soon as possible.
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
4. _____ may be appropriate for non mission critical applications.
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a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
5. _____ is the least favored implementation approach due to the higher level of risk.
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
6. _____ places more pressure on the project team.
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
7. Which implemention approach involves no risk?
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
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8. Which implemention approach is usually the most expensive and least risky?
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
9. _____ is most appropriate when problems or the failure of a system can have a
major impact on the organization.
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
10. With _____, users may have to enter data into multiple systems to compare the
outputs.
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
11. _____ places more pressure on the user of the system.
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a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
12. Which implementation approach allows for implementation of modules in
different departments or locations?
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
13. With the _____, the project team can learn from its experiences during the initial
implementation so that later implementations run more smoothly.
a) Direct Cutover
b) Parallel
c) Phased
d) All of these
e) None of these
14. Which termination circumstance is one in which the project is completed as
planned?
a) Normal
b) Premature
c) Perpetual
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d) Failed
e) Changed Priority
15. Which termination circumstance is one in which the project is ended because the
cost of completing it are greater than the potential benefits of completing it.
a) Normal
b) Premature
c) Perpetual
d) Failed
e) Changed Priority
16. Another name for a runaway project is:
a) Normal
b) Premature
c) Perpetual
d) Failed
e) Changed Priority
17. These projects can result from delays or an unclear scope or MOV.
a) Normal
b) Premature
c) Perpetual
d) Failed
e) Changed Priority
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18. When the Project Scope grows through the addition of various features or
functionality, it may lead to a _____ project.
a) Normal
b) Premature
c) Perpetual
d) Failed
e) Changed Priority
19. Clearly defining the Project MOV, Project Scope, and timely project reviews can
reduce the risk of a _____ project .
a) Normal
b) Premature
c) Perpetual
d) Failed
e) Changed Priority
20. As a result of competitor’s actions, a project was pushed to completion without all
of the envisioned features. This project termination is termed __________ ?
a) Normal
b) Premature
c) Perpetual
d) Failed
e) Changed Priority
21. Project Termination through “starvation” is an example of _____ .