TOPIC: Free CAPM® Exam Sample Question

All of the following processes fall under the Executing Process Group except:

A. Direct and Manage Project Work
B. Manage Quality
C. Perform Integrated Change Control
D. Manage Team

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HINT: Think of what is done in each process, which should help you identify the process that is not part of the Executing Process Group.

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Answer and Explanation:
The correct answer is C.

The Executing Process Group includes processes that are performed to complete the work required to meet the project requirements, while Perform Integrated Change Control process focuses on managing changes to the project, which is performed as a part of the Monitoring and Controlling Process Group.

Details for each option:

A. Direct and Manage Project Work
Incorrect. Direct and Manage Project Work is a process of the Executing Process Group, where the project team performs the work defined in the project plan and carry out approved changes.

B. Manage Quality
Incorrect. Manage Quality, sometimes called quality assurance, is a process of auditing the project to ensure the quality standards are used. This process is under the Executing Process Group.

C. Perform Integrated Change Control
Correct. Perform Integrated Change Control is a process under the Monitoring and Controlling Process Group of reviewing, approving, and managing changes to the project.

D. Manage Team
Incorrect. Manage Team is part of the Executing Process Group, which includes tracking team member performance, manage changes, and issues to optimize the project performance.

Reference: A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, (PMBOK^® Guide) – Sixth Edition, Project Management Institute Inc., 2017, Page(s) 25