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ASQ CMQ-OE Exam - Topic 10 Question 85 Discussion

Actual exam question for ASQ's CMQ-OE exam
Question #: 85
Topic #: 10
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The chart below shows planned costs and actual expenditures. Between times 4 and B the chart indicates which type of cost?

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by Alishia at Mar 23, 2025, 08:04 AM

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Ming
2 months ago
I think it's just a control issue, honestly.
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Jennifer
2 months ago
Wait, are we sure it's not out of control?
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Tyra
2 months ago
Looks like it's an overrun between times 4 and B.
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Geoffrey
2 months ago
I'm leaning towards "overrun" because it fits the context of costs exceeding what was planned, but I could be mixing it up with another concept.
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Tennie
2 months ago
This seems similar to a question we did on budget management, and I feel like "control" could be the right answer, but I need to double-check.
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Twana
2 months ago
I remember a practice question where we discussed costs going out of control, but I don't think that's the right term here.
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Audry
3 months ago
Totally agree, definitely an overrun!
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Jesusita
3 months ago
Surprised to see the actual costs so high!
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Marylyn
3 months ago
I think it might be an overrun since the actual expenditures are higher than planned, but I'm not entirely sure.
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Laticia
3 months ago
I'm feeling pretty confident about this one. The chart is showing a divergence between planned and actual costs, which indicates an overrun or loss of control over the budget. I'll select "Out of control" as the best answer.
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Helga
4 months ago
Okay, I think I've got this. The chart is showing planned costs versus actual expenditures, and between times 4 and B, it looks like the actual expenditures are higher than the planned costs. So the answer is probably "Overrun".
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Johnathon
4 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The chart doesn't seem super clear to me, and the answer options are a bit vague. I'll have to think it through step-by-step.
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Lauran
4 months ago
This looks like a straightforward question about cost analysis. I'll carefully review the chart and options to determine which type of cost is indicated between times 4 and B.
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Edison
4 months ago
Based on the options provided, I think "Control" is the best answer. The chart is showing the project team's ability to manage costs and stay within the planned budget.
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Daniela
4 months ago
I'm a bit confused by the wording of the question. Is it asking about the type of cost, or the overall situation? I'll need to re-read it a few times to make sure I understand.
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Kandis
5 months ago
Overrun seems like the most logical answer here. The chart is showing actual expenditures exceeding the planned costs, which indicates an overrun.
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Candida
5 months ago
Hmm, this looks like a tricky one. I'll need to carefully analyze the chart to determine what's happening between times 4 and B.
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Vallie
10 months ago
This is a classic case of 'the numbers don't lie.' I'd have to go with A) Overrun on this one.
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Monroe
9 months ago
Yes, it's definitely an overrun situation based on the chart.
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Steffanie
10 months ago
I agree, the numbers clearly show an overrun.
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Jeffrey
10 months ago
Ha! Looks like someone's in the doghouse with the finance team. C) Benefit? I don't think so, buddy.
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Raul
10 months ago
I think it's a benefit cost, as it could be due to unexpected positive outcomes.
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Devon
11 months ago
I'm going with D) Control. The chart is likely showing the project managers' efforts to get the costs back under control.
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Benedict
11 months ago
But the chart shows actual expenditures exceeding planned costs, which indicates it's out of control.
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Valentin
11 months ago
I disagree, I believe it's an overrun cost.
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Kristofer
11 months ago
B) Out of control seems like the most appropriate choice here. The costs are spiraling out of control based on the information provided.
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Lucina
10 months ago
C) Benefit
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Blair
10 months ago
B) Out of control
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Leontine
10 months ago
A) Overrun
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Benedict
11 months ago
I think the cost is out of control.
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Armando
11 months ago
I think the answer is A) Overrun. The chart clearly shows the actual expenditures exceeding the planned costs during that time period.
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Candra
10 months ago
It seems like there was definitely a cost overrun between times 4 and B based on the chart.
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Beata
10 months ago
I think you're right, the actual expenditures went over the planned costs at that point.
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Detra
10 months ago
I agree, it looks like there was an overrun in costs during that time period.
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