CIPS L4M6 Exam - Topic 10 Question 43 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M6 exam

Question #: 43
Topic #: 10

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In a partnership who is responsible for decision making?

AThe project steering committee

BBoth the supplier and the buyer

CThe buyer

DThe supplier

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Suggested Answer: C

The correct answer is 'Sudden changes in the marketplace' -- this is a reason a buyer would be reactive. Reactive is when something happens to you and it forces you to act in a certain way. The other options would be strategic rather than reactive. P. 163

by Carey at Jul 05, 2024, 05:40 AM

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Paz

9 months ago

Not sure about that, seems too simplistic.

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Rosendo

9 months ago

Wait, is it really just one party making decisions?

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Keneth

10 months ago

Definitely the project steering committee!

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Craig

10 months ago

I think the buyer has the final say.

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Oneida

10 months ago

It's usually both the supplier and the buyer.

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Adolph

10 months ago

I thought the supplier had more control in partnerships, but now I'm questioning if that's really true.

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Domonique

11 months ago

I feel like the buyer has a significant role in decision-making, but I could be mixing it up with another topic.

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Malcolm

11 months ago

I remember a practice question where it mentioned the steering committee, but I don't know if that applies here.

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Carey

11 months ago

I think decision-making in a partnership usually involves both parties, but I'm not sure if that's always the case.

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Rossana

11 months ago

I'm feeling confident about this one. Based on my understanding, in a partnership, the decision-making is a shared responsibility between the two parties involved. I'll select option B.

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Chau

11 months ago

I'm a little confused by this question. Is it asking about a specific type of partnership, or just partnerships in general? I'll need to think it through carefully before selecting an answer.

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Sage

11 months ago

Okay, I've got this. In a partnership, the decision-making responsibility is shared between the supplier and the buyer. That's option B, the correct answer.

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Selma

11 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I'll need to review my notes on partnership structures to determine who typically has the decision-making authority.

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Jeniffer

11 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question about decision-making in a partnership. I'll carefully read through the options and think about the key responsibilities of each party.

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Jannette

11 months ago

Okay, I think I've got this. Jumpstart, Automated Installation using a networked repository, and Automated Installation using media from a local DVD or USB drive - those seem to be the three options that fit the criteria.

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Doretha

11 months ago

Okay, I think I've got this. The key is to focus on the business units and involve them in the decision process, rather than just making decisions for them. That seems like the best approach to add value as a compliance advisor.

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Dominga

11 months ago

Exit rate makes sense - if the pop-up is super annoying, people might just leave the site immediately.

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Josue

1 year ago

Ah, the age-old question of who wears the pants in a partnership. Option B is the way to go, although I hear the supplier sometimes tries to sneak in a few extra decisions when the buyer's not looking. *wink wink*

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Fannie

1 year ago

The buyer

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Louann

1 year ago

Both the supplier and the buyer

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Ivory

1 year ago

The project steering committee

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Salena

1 year ago

Partnership, schmarnership. I'm just here to get this exam done and move on with my life. But I guess Option B makes the most sense, since it's a collaboration, right?

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Melodie

1 year ago

I think so too. It's a team effort after all.

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Graciela

1 year ago

Yeah, I agree. Option B seems fair. We both have a say in the decisions.

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Ammie

1 year ago

Woah, hold on, the supplier making the decisions? I don't think so, that's the buyer's call. Option C is the way to go, my friend.

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Peggie

1 year ago

I agree with Fanny, the project steering committee should be responsible for decision making.

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Kyoko

1 year ago

I believe it's both the supplier and the buyer.

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Marcelle

1 year ago

Hmm, decision making in a partnership... I'd say it's a joint effort between the supplier and the buyer, not some external committee. Option B looks like the right answer to me.

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Fanny

1 year ago

I think it's the project steering committee.

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