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A program manager should normally look for opportunities to integrate developmental testing (DT) and operational testing (OT) in order to save time and money. Correct Answer: -*True* -False Program cost increases and schedules slips are most likely caused by __________________, changes to the design, and changes to the production processes. Correct Answer: -Changes to the number of systems ordered -Robust and accurate configuration management -Well-defined and documented technical data p...

All of the five elements (5Ms) of manufacturing contribute to the cost of production. Which one of the following is NOT one of the 5Ms? Correct Answer: -Measurement -*Mandates* -Methods -Machinery Choose the ideal cost of quality breakdown from the following options. Correct Answer: -Prevention 15%, Appraisal 35%, Failure 50% -Prevention 25%, Appraisal 50%, Failure 25% -Prevention 5%, Appraisal 45%, Failure 50% -*Prevention 50%, Appraisal 35%, Failure 15%* Which of the following is co...

What does it mean if a project has a Percent Spent of 90%, Percent Scheduled of 85% and Percent Complete of 95%? Correct Answer: The project is in good shape and should early and within budget. Your program is liable for payment on good and services received under a contract. Your payment, based on a submitted invoice, for all or part of this obligation is a(n) __________. Correct Answer: Expenditure Which of the following is a valid reason for rebaselining the Performance Measurement Bas...

Ultimately, the use of open systems design is expected to result in lower life cycle costs. Correct Answer: -*True* -False When making tradeoffs among competing features, what can be used to quantifiably compare alternatives by selecting, weighting, and applying criteria? Correct Answer: -Delphi technique -Parametric modeling -Least squares regression analysis -*Decision matrix* What problem-solving process is used within an Integrated Product and Process Development (IPPD) management ...

For a contract cost to be considered "allowable," it must be consistent with Government Cost Accounting Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, the terms of the contract, and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). It must also be reasonable and: Correct Answer: -Reflected in the liabilities listed in the corporate balance sheet -Fair and equitable to all parties, including all involved subcontractors -Factored into the profitability ratios reported by the firm -*...

Which of the following is a true statement about the Product Support Strategy Process Model? Correct Answer: -It enables the identification of supportability and sustainment strategies near the end of the life. -*It is an iterative process in which the sustainment of a system (or systems) is adapted and evolved to optimally support the needs and requirements of the Warfighter.* -It is a continuing process that assists in the identification and evolution of the PSM IPT. -It is a one-time ...

Using the Standard Capability Maturity Model Integration Appraisal Method for Process Improvement (SCAMPI), an organization whose acquisition processes are well documented and standardized would be rated at least: Correct Answer: -Level 1 -Level 2 -*Level 3* -Level 4 When selecting a software developer, which of the following should contractors possess (Select all that apply)? Correct Answer: -*Successful past performance record* -*Domain experience in developing comparable software sy...

Using the Standard Capability Maturity Model Integration Appraisal Method for Process Improvement (SCAMPI), an organization whose acquisition processes are well documented and standardized would be rated at least: Correct Answer: -Level 1 -Level 2 -*Level 3* -Level 4 When selecting a software developer, which of the following should contractors possess (Select all that apply)? Correct Answer: -*Successful past performance record* -*Domain experience in developing comparable software sy...

What is technology security? The total effort to safeguard information and technology in an international acquisition program What key activity must be accomplished as part of effective security planning in an international acquisition program? Documenting how the information/technology will be protected What type of international acquisition program is managed by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) and funded with U.S. Government appropriations and administered as cases within t...

What is technology security? The total effort to safeguard information and technology in an international acquisition program What key activity must be accomplished as part of effective security planning in an international acquisition program? Documenting how the information/technology will be protected What type of international acquisition program is managed by the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) and funded with U.S. Government appropriations and administered as cases within t...