Research Consistently Points Out That Project Success Is Strongly Affected

question 52

Multiple Choice

Research consistently points out that project success is strongly affected by the degree to which a project has the support of top management. The following are ways a project manager can manage upward relationships EXCEPT

• A) never ignore the chains of command.
• B) prove loyalty.
• C) pick the optimum time to appeal to top management.
• D) consistently follow through on requests.
• E) accept profound differences in perspective and become skilled at the art of persuading superiors.

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Definitions:

Allowances

Discounts or financial concessions given to customers, employees, or distributors as an incentive or for defective goods.

Cumulative Quantity Discounts

Price reductions applied to purchases based on the accumulated quantity bought over a specific time period, incentivizing larger orders.

Noncumulative Quantity Discounts

Price reductions given for a single purchase order rather than over a period of time, based on the quantity of goods purchased.

Noncumulative Quantity Discounts

Discounts that apply to a single order rather than the total volume of orders over a certain period, encouraging large individual purchases.