Discuss WGU Cybersecurity Architecture And Engineering (D488) Exam Topic 4 Question 11

What signals the development of scope creep?

AProgrammers are focused on a single feature.

BMany unplanned features have been added to the original project.

CThe product does not satisfy all the requirements of the plan.

DAn extension to the deadline of the project is requested.

Suggested Answer: B

The development of scope creep is often signaled by the addition of many unplanned features to the original project. This indicates that the project scope is expanding beyond its initial boundaries. Key indicators include:

Uncontrolled changesto the project scope.

Continuous new requestsfrom stakeholders that were not part of the original requirements.

Increased project complexityand difficulty in managing the project timeline and resources.

Scope creep can lead to delays, budget overruns, and project failure if not managed properly.

Reference

Project Management Institute, 'A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide),' PMI.

Harold Kerzner, 'Project Management: A Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling,' Wiley.

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24 comments · newest first

Matthew 2 days ago

I lean towards A. If programmers focus on one feature, they might miss the bigger picture.

Alpha 7 days ago

True, but I feel D is also relevant. Extensions often happen when scope creep occurs.

Regenia 12 days ago

C could also be a sign. If the product doesn't meet requirements, it might lead to more changes.

Jame 17 days ago

I agree, B makes sense. It shows the project is expanding beyond the original plan.

Carey 23 days ago

I think B is the best answer. Too many unplanned features can definitely cause scope creep.

Deeanna 28 days ago

Right, A doesn't signal creep. It's about adding too much, like B.

Tarra 1 month ago

A is misleading. Focusing on one feature doesn't mean scope creep.

Carline 1 month ago

I feel like D is important too. Extensions usually mean more changes.

Erasmo 1 month ago

C could also be a sign. If the product doesn't meet requirements, that's a problem.

Shaquana 2 months ago

I agree with B. It shows the project is going off track.

Dean 2 months ago

I think B is the best answer. Too many unplanned features can definitely cause scope creep.

Barrett 2 months ago

Totally agree with B, it's like a red flag!

William 2 months ago

Wait, are we sure C always means scope creep?

Rory 2 months ago

A doesn't really mean scope creep, just focus.

Deandrea 2 months ago

I think D is a big indicator too!

Cherelle 3 months ago

B is definitely a sign of scope creep.

Pamella 3 months ago

I feel like all the options could relate to scope creep in some way, but I’m leaning towards C because if the product doesn’t meet the requirements, that could signal a problem.

Mirta 3 months ago

I practiced a question similar to this, and I think it was about how unplanned features can lead to scope creep. So, B seems like the best choice to me.

Dorsey 3 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like if the deadline gets extended, it could indicate scope creep too. Maybe D is a contender?

Jonell 3 months ago

I remember scope creep being linked to adding too many features that weren't in the original plan, so I think B might be right.

Brandon 4 months ago

I feel like A could be a sign too, but it seems more about focus rather than scope creep itself.

Celestina 5 months ago

I practiced a question like this before, and I think it was about requirements not being met, which might relate to C.

Jamal 5 months ago

I remember something about deadlines being extended, but I’m not sure if that directly indicates scope creep.

Viola 5 months ago

I think scope creep is mostly about adding unplanned features, so I’m leaning towards B.

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