CPPB EXAM |ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS|BRAND NEW 2026-2027
UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
The Materials Manager for the Utility department has to keep parts and materials in stock
to maintain all 42 pump stations as well as all the infrastructure to keep the town citizens
supplied with clean, pure, well water. This service has to be provided 24/7, and all
essential maintenance, repair parts, and pumps must be readily available. These deep well
pumps cost tens of thousands of dollars, but if they are maintained correctly, they can last
over 10 years. What should be done with a decommissioned pump?
A. Sell is as scrap metal
B. Transfer it to another entity
C. Sell it via an electronic auction
D. Cannibalize it for parts
CORRECT ANSWER
D. Cannibalize it for parts
Question 2
There are about 20 negotiation tactics named in the literature and prep guides such as
win/win and good cop/bad cop. Other than these two, name three others and what they
mean.
CORRECT ANSWER
Changing of position - formulate the proposals in a different way, without changing the
final result.
Gathering information - Ask for information form the other party to clarify their position.
Making the cake bigger - offer alternatives that may be agreeable to the other party,
without changing the terms
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,Question 3
What can a procurement official learn from looking at an entity's strategic plan?
A. How to allocate procurement resources
B. How to respond to technology changes
C. How to respond to political changes
D. Guidance in handling a current crisis
CORRECT ANSWER
A. How to allocate procurement resources
Question 4
During the planning stage of a procurement engagement, an entity client wanted to buy a
mid range printer. They then decided that a printer/copier/scanner/fax might be better,
but they aren't sure if it's worth the price. What tool can help make the determination?
A. Value analysis
B. Market survey
C. Price analysis
D. Cost analysis
CORRECT ANSWER
A. Value analysis
Question 5
During the negotiation process, it may be necessary to:
2
,A. Hide your intentions from the other team.
B. Rigidly adhere to specific details.
C. Anticipate the other party's tactics and plan counter-tactics.
D. Conduct brainstorming sessions to develop team options.
CORRECT ANSWER
C. Anticipate the other party's tactics and plan counter-tactics.
Question 6
The use of which cost-type contract is prohibited in most jurisdictions and by the Federal
government?
A. Cost plus incentive fee
B. Cost plus percentage of cost
C. Cost without fee
D. Cost sharing
CORRECT ANSWER
B. Cost plus percentage of cost
Question 7
Which of the following types of contracts establishes a source of supply and pricing for
specified items or services for a specified period?
A. Competitive price contract
B. Fixed price contract
C. Term contract
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, D. Service contract
CORRECT ANSWER
C. Term contract
Question 8
Privity of contract deals with:
A. The parties to a contract having the right to enforce it
B. A party having the right to submit a bid
C. A party having a right to reject an offer
D. Any parties having the right to cancel a contract
CORRECT ANSWER
A. The parties to a contract having the right to enforce it
Question 9
An agency is revising its document retention schedule. Where should the government
entity look for guidance?
A. The Federal Acquisition Requirements.
B. Legal or statutory requirements.
C. The Universal Commercial Code
D. Common Law
CORRECT ANSWER
B. Legal or statutory requirements.
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ANSWERS|BRAND NEW 2026-2027
UPDATE|GRADED A+
Question 1
The Materials Manager for the Utility department has to keep parts and materials in stock
to maintain all 42 pump stations as well as all the infrastructure to keep the town citizens
supplied with clean, pure, well water. This service has to be provided 24/7, and all
essential maintenance, repair parts, and pumps must be readily available. These deep well
pumps cost tens of thousands of dollars, but if they are maintained correctly, they can last
over 10 years. What should be done with a decommissioned pump?
A. Sell is as scrap metal
B. Transfer it to another entity
C. Sell it via an electronic auction
D. Cannibalize it for parts
CORRECT ANSWER
D. Cannibalize it for parts
Question 2
There are about 20 negotiation tactics named in the literature and prep guides such as
win/win and good cop/bad cop. Other than these two, name three others and what they
mean.
CORRECT ANSWER
Changing of position - formulate the proposals in a different way, without changing the
final result.
Gathering information - Ask for information form the other party to clarify their position.
Making the cake bigger - offer alternatives that may be agreeable to the other party,
without changing the terms
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,Question 3
What can a procurement official learn from looking at an entity's strategic plan?
A. How to allocate procurement resources
B. How to respond to technology changes
C. How to respond to political changes
D. Guidance in handling a current crisis
CORRECT ANSWER
A. How to allocate procurement resources
Question 4
During the planning stage of a procurement engagement, an entity client wanted to buy a
mid range printer. They then decided that a printer/copier/scanner/fax might be better,
but they aren't sure if it's worth the price. What tool can help make the determination?
A. Value analysis
B. Market survey
C. Price analysis
D. Cost analysis
CORRECT ANSWER
A. Value analysis
Question 5
During the negotiation process, it may be necessary to:
2
,A. Hide your intentions from the other team.
B. Rigidly adhere to specific details.
C. Anticipate the other party's tactics and plan counter-tactics.
D. Conduct brainstorming sessions to develop team options.
CORRECT ANSWER
C. Anticipate the other party's tactics and plan counter-tactics.
Question 6
The use of which cost-type contract is prohibited in most jurisdictions and by the Federal
government?
A. Cost plus incentive fee
B. Cost plus percentage of cost
C. Cost without fee
D. Cost sharing
CORRECT ANSWER
B. Cost plus percentage of cost
Question 7
Which of the following types of contracts establishes a source of supply and pricing for
specified items or services for a specified period?
A. Competitive price contract
B. Fixed price contract
C. Term contract
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, D. Service contract
CORRECT ANSWER
C. Term contract
Question 8
Privity of contract deals with:
A. The parties to a contract having the right to enforce it
B. A party having the right to submit a bid
C. A party having a right to reject an offer
D. Any parties having the right to cancel a contract
CORRECT ANSWER
A. The parties to a contract having the right to enforce it
Question 9
An agency is revising its document retention schedule. Where should the government
entity look for guidance?
A. The Federal Acquisition Requirements.
B. Legal or statutory requirements.
C. The Universal Commercial Code
D. Common Law
CORRECT ANSWER
B. Legal or statutory requirements.
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