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PECB ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager Exam - Topic 3 Question 3 Discussion

According to ISO 21502, what does a project plan include, among others?
C) Both A and B
A) Scope and risks
B) Assumptions and constraints

PECB ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager Exam - Topic 3 Question 3 Discussion

Actual exam question for PECB's ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager exam
Question #: 3
Topic #: 3
[All ISO 21502 Lead Project Manager Questions]

According to ISO 21502, what does a project plan include, among others?

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Suggested Answer: C

The correct answer is C. Both A and B. A project plan should include, among other elements, the project scope, risks, assumptions, and constraints. The project plan is the integrated reference document that describes how the project will be executed, monitored, controlled, and closed. Scope defines what the project is expected to deliver and the boundaries of the work. Risks identify uncertain events or conditions that could affect project objectives. Assumptions describe factors considered true for planning purposes, even though they may later require validation. Constraints define limiting conditions, such as fixed deadlines, budget ceilings, regulatory obligations, resource limits, contractual requirements, or technology restrictions. These elements are interconnected: assumptions and constraints influence scope, risk exposure, schedule, cost, quality, and resource planning. A project plan that includes only scope and risks would omit the planning logic behind them. A plan that includes only assumptions and constraints would not adequately define the deliverables or uncertainty profile. Therefore, both sets of information are necessary for sound integrated project management.

Reference topics: project plan, scope, risks, assumptions, constraints, integrated planning.


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I’m pretty sure the answer is C, since a comprehensive project plan should cover all those aspects to ensure clarity and manageability.
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Gayla
5 days ago
I’m a bit confused about this one. I know scope and risks are important, but I can't recall if assumptions and constraints are explicitly mentioned in the standard.
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Stephanie
10 days ago
I think I practiced a question similar to this where both A and B were included in the correct answer. It feels like they both play a crucial role in project planning.
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Ula
15 days ago
I remember that ISO 21502 emphasizes the importance of including both scope and risks in a project plan, but I'm not entirely sure if assumptions and constraints are also mandatory.
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