MAN 4583 CH 5 EXAM QUESTIONS ANSWERED CORRECTLY LATEST UPDATE 2026
Acquire project team - Answers "the process of confirming human resource availability and obtaining
the team necessary to complete project assignments."
Developmental stages* - Answers -forming
-storming
-norming
-performing
-adjourning
Develop project team - Answers "the process of improving the competencies, team interaction, and
overall team environment to enhance project performance."
Manage project team - Answers "the process of tracking team member performance, providing
feedback, resolving issues, and coordinating changes to optimize project performance."
What is the potential downside to bringing in project workers too early in the project? - Answers
could be expensive and people may first be committed to finishing work on a previous project
Why is it often necessary for project managers to persuade workers to be a part of the project team? -
Answers Reputation goes a long way and project managers want to earn the reputation of being a
good boss by caring for team members, helping people develop, and assisting them in securing
interesting work and promotions at the end of a project.
When is the best time to on-board core team members? - Answers when the project charter is being
written
During which stage do team members often feel close to one another and have a good understanding
of how to work together? - Answers Performing stage
List personal values of individual team members that contribute to a high-performing team. -
Answers -High need for achievement
-Understanding/acceptance of responsibility
-Commitment to self-directed behavior
-Put project needs before their own needs
-Willingness to consider alternative views
-Personal commitment to project.
List team behaviors that can enhance these personal values. - Answers -The right skill mix
-Help each other
-Constant focus on improvement
-Effective time and meeting management
-Strive for innovation
-Capture, share, and use lessons learned
What are the two favorable outcomes of fostering a high-performing project team? - Answers 1.
Personal rewards that each member is likely to receive such as: enjoyment of their work, high spirit
and team morale, pride in being part of the team, and satisfaction in project accomplishments.
2. Strong project results including: persevering despite challenges, producing high-quality results, and
consistently meeting or exceeding stakeholder expectations.
During all five stages of team development, is it important that the project manager keep in mind the
needs of which three groups? - Answers -parent organization
-the project
-the project team
Why might it be helpful to bring out the charter when people are arguing over a decision? - Answers
The project charter is meant to help the team and head off potential conflict between individuals. If
conflict should arise, the charter has several components, including risks, roles, responsibilities, etc.
that address potential sources of conflict and may help to resolve the issues
What is meant by the term ground rules? Give examples. - Answers Ground rules are acceptable
behaviors adopted by a project team to improve working relationships, effectiveness and
communication.
Some examples include: encourage participants through consistency and including all members,
maintaining focus, making decisions, handling conflict, developing trust, avoiding misunderstandings,
and protecting confidentiality.
Acquire project team - Answers "the process of confirming human resource availability and obtaining
the team necessary to complete project assignments."
Developmental stages* - Answers -forming
-storming
-norming
-performing
-adjourning
Develop project team - Answers "the process of improving the competencies, team interaction, and
overall team environment to enhance project performance."
Manage project team - Answers "the process of tracking team member performance, providing
feedback, resolving issues, and coordinating changes to optimize project performance."
What is the potential downside to bringing in project workers too early in the project? - Answers
could be expensive and people may first be committed to finishing work on a previous project
Why is it often necessary for project managers to persuade workers to be a part of the project team? -
Answers Reputation goes a long way and project managers want to earn the reputation of being a
good boss by caring for team members, helping people develop, and assisting them in securing
interesting work and promotions at the end of a project.
When is the best time to on-board core team members? - Answers when the project charter is being
written
During which stage do team members often feel close to one another and have a good understanding
of how to work together? - Answers Performing stage
List personal values of individual team members that contribute to a high-performing team. -
Answers -High need for achievement
-Understanding/acceptance of responsibility
-Commitment to self-directed behavior
-Put project needs before their own needs
-Willingness to consider alternative views
-Personal commitment to project.
List team behaviors that can enhance these personal values. - Answers -The right skill mix
-Help each other
-Constant focus on improvement
-Effective time and meeting management
-Strive for innovation
-Capture, share, and use lessons learned
What are the two favorable outcomes of fostering a high-performing project team? - Answers 1.
Personal rewards that each member is likely to receive such as: enjoyment of their work, high spirit
and team morale, pride in being part of the team, and satisfaction in project accomplishments.
2. Strong project results including: persevering despite challenges, producing high-quality results, and
consistently meeting or exceeding stakeholder expectations.
During all five stages of team development, is it important that the project manager keep in mind the
needs of which three groups? - Answers -parent organization
-the project
-the project team
Why might it be helpful to bring out the charter when people are arguing over a decision? - Answers
The project charter is meant to help the team and head off potential conflict between individuals. If
conflict should arise, the charter has several components, including risks, roles, responsibilities, etc.
that address potential sources of conflict and may help to resolve the issues
What is meant by the term ground rules? Give examples. - Answers Ground rules are acceptable
behaviors adopted by a project team to improve working relationships, effectiveness and
communication.
Some examples include: encourage participants through consistency and including all members,
maintaining focus, making decisions, handling conflict, developing trust, avoiding misunderstandings,
and protecting confidentiality.
