Discuss BCS ISEB-PM1 Exam Topic 2 Question 67

A(n) _____ is defined as a specified accomplishment in a particular instant in time which does not consume time or resources.

Suggested Answer: D

The Project Management Triangle (called also Triple Constraint) is a model of the constraints of project management. It is often used to illustrate that project management success is measured by the project team's ability to manage the project, so that the expected results are produced while managing time and cost.

Like any human undertaking, projects need to be performed and delivered under certain constraints. Traditionally, these constraints have been listed as 'scope,' 'time,' and 'cost'. These are also referred to as the 'Project Management Triangle,' (also known as the 'Iron Triangle') where each side represents a constraint. One side of the triangle cannot be changed without affecting the others. A further refinement of the constraints separates product 'quality' or 'performance' from scope, and turns quality into a fourth constraint.

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39 comments · newest first

Shayne 11 months ago

100% with you on A! Makes total sense.

Aliza 11 months ago

Just to clarify, an event is a moment in time, right?

Lavonna 11 months ago

Wait, does that really mean it doesn't use any resources?

Danica 11 months ago

I disagree, it sounds more like B, an activity.

Marguerita 11 months ago

Definitely think it's A, an event!

Teddy 12 months ago

I’m leaning towards "Event" too, but I wonder if "Constant" could somehow relate to the idea of something that doesn’t consume resources.

Corinne 12 months ago

I feel like "Event" fits the description, but "Event constrained within planned effort" sounds like it could be a trick option.

Shala 12 months ago

I remember practicing a question about activities and events, but I can't recall the exact difference. Could "Activity" be the right choice?

Rocco 1 year ago

I think the answer might be "Event," but I'm not completely sure. It sounds familiar from the definitions we went over.

Frederick 1 year ago

This is a good question to test our understanding of key project management concepts. I'll carefully consider each option and try to eliminate the ones that don't fit the definition provided.

Penney 1 year ago

I'm a little confused by this question. The options seem quite similar, and I'm not sure I fully understand the distinction between them. I'll have to make an educated guess on this one.

Yoko 1 year ago

Okay, I think I've got it. The key is that the question is asking for a "specified accomplishment in a particular instant in time which does not consume time or resources." That sounds like it's describing an event, so I'm going to go with option A.

Harrison 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The wording is a bit tricky, and I'm not entirely sure what the key difference is between the options. I'll have to think this through step-by-step.

Virgilio 1 year ago

This looks like a straightforward definition question. I'll read through the options carefully and try to identify the one that best matches the description provided.

Dortha 1 year ago

Hmm, this seems straightforward. I'll need to review the considerations around enabling My Domain, like how it impacts user logins and whether it's reversible.

Maryann 1 year ago

I'm feeling pretty confident about this one. The question is asking what is not part of the IP network evaluation optimization service module, so the answer must be the one that doesn't fit with the others.

Pamella 1 year ago

Whew, lots of moving parts to this one. I'll need to take my time and make sure I don't miss any important details. Capturing the PII data securely is the top priority here.

Noel 1 year ago

I'm a bit confused on this one. The control objective is clear, but the question is asking about the specific technique used. I'm not entirely sure which one is the correct answer. I'll have to review my notes and think it through step-by-step.

Avery 1 year ago

I think the key here is to use the most forensically sound media, so I'd go with option D - a bit-for-bit image from the infected host.

Marjory 1 year ago

E. 'Constant'? Really? What kind of weirdo would pick that answer? It's clearly an event, folks. Come on, let's not overthink this.

Kayleigh 1 year ago

↳ replying to Marjory

'Constant'? Really? What kind of weirdo would pick that answer? It's clearly an event, folks. Come on, let's not overthink this.

Shanda 1 year ago

↳ replying to Marjory

E) Constant

Vernell 1 year ago

↳ replying to Marjory

D) Event constrained within planned effort.

Alica 1 year ago

↳ replying to Marjory

C) Correlation

Micheline 1 year ago

↳ replying to Marjory

B) Activity

Teddy 1 year ago

↳ replying to Marjory

Let's stick with 'Event', it makes the most sense.

Jaclyn 1 year ago

↳ replying to Marjory

Yeah, I don't know why anyone would choose 'Constant'.

Malinda 1 year ago

↳ replying to Marjory

I agree, it's definitely an event.

Audria 1 year ago

↳ replying to Marjory

A) Event.

Samira 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. Maybe B? 'Activity' could work, but I'm not totally convinced. Gotta think this through a bit more.

Cruz 1 year ago

I'm going with D. 'Event constrained within planned effort.' Sounds like it's trying to get at the whole idea of a project milestone or something like that.

Paris 1 year ago

↳ replying to Cruz

I think D) Event constrained within planned effort is more accurate. It's like a milestone in a project.

Glenn 1 year ago

↳ replying to Cruz

I see your point. I still think it's A) Event, though.

Marcos 1 year ago

↳ replying to Cruz

I agree, but I'm leaning towards D) Event constrained within planned effort. It seems more specific.

Lai 1 year ago

↳ replying to Cruz

I think it's A) Event. It's a specific accomplishment at a particular moment.

Nan 1 year ago

Wait, did someone really choose 'Constant'? That's like the most random answer here. I mean, what were they thinking? 'Constant'? Pffft.

Earleen 2 years ago

I'm not sure, but I think it could also be D) Event constrained within planned effort because it mentions a specific accomplishment.

Naomi 2 years ago

I agree with Olive, an event is something that happens at a specific moment.

Olive 2 years ago

I think the answer is A) Event.

BCS ISEB-PM1 Exam - Topic 2 Question 67 Discussion