The Estimating Factor That Considers the Tendency to Overestimate Project

question 67

Multiple Choice

The estimating factor that considers the tendency to overestimate project time and cost in order to improve the likelihood of meeting the estimates is known as the ___________ factor.

• A) project complexity
• B) planning horizon
• C) people
• D) organizational culture
• E) padding estimates

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Definitions:

Emotional Intelligence

The aptitude for grasping, overseeing, and expressing personal emotions, in addition to maneuvering through interpersonal dynamics with care and understanding.

Critical Thinking

The intellectual discipline of actively and skillfully conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information to make reasoned judgments.

Conceptual Skill

The ability to understand complex situations and devise strategic solutions, critical for high-level planning and decision-making.

Organization

A structured group of people who come together to achieve common goals through a coordinated effort.