CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) Practice Exam

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What is the basis for developing a checklist analysis?

  1. Future predictions and expert judgment

  2. Market trends and economic forecasts

  3. Historical information from previous projects

  4. Stakeholder interviews and surveys

The correct answer is: Historical information from previous projects

Checklist analysis is based on historical information from previous projects. By analyzing what has been successful or unsuccessful in the past, project managers can create checklists of best practices to apply in current and future projects. This helps in improving efficiency, quality, and overall project outcomes. Options A, B, and D are not the correct bases for developing a checklist analysis. Future predictions and expert judgment (Option A) are important for project planning but are not the basis for checklist analysis. Market trends and economic forecasts (Option B) may influence project decisions but are not directly related to developing checklists based on historical project information. Stakeholder interviews and surveys (Option D) are techniques used for gathering stakeholder input and feedback but are not the primary source for checklist analysis.