A Key Stakeholder Cannot Identify Within the Resource Management Plan

question 352

Multiple Choice

A key stakeholder cannot identify within the resource management plan where the project manager has authority to assign resources. Which of the following should the project manager use to answer the question?

• A) Project schedule
• B) Project management plan
• C) Project charter
• D) Staffing matrix

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Definitions:

Direct Material Costs

The costs of raw materials that can be directly traced to the production of a specific product.

Direct Material Quantity Variance

The difference between the actual amount of direct materials used and the standard amount expected to be used, multiplied by the standard cost per unit of material.

Actual Quantity Purchased

The true amount of materials or goods that a company buys within a specific time frame, which can be compared to budgeted or planned quantities.

Fixed Manufacturing Overhead Volume Variance

The difference between budgeted fixed manufacturing overhead and the amount applied to production, based on standard hours.