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One important function of mapping dependencies and building a social network is to prevent project managers from being derailed because they were blindsided by someone whose position or power they had not anticipated.

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__________-related currencies come directly from the project manager's ability to contribute to others' accomplishing their work.

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Task
Explanation: Task-related currencie...

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The second ring in the network of relationships for project managers includes all of the following EXCEPT


A) Other project managers.
B) Customers.
C) Functional managers.
D) Top management.
E) Project sponsors.

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The key to exercising influence is to build _______.

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trust
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"Strong leadership is not always necessary to successfully complete a project." Agree or disagree,and support your conclusion.

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Stakeholders such as human resources,information systems,purchasing agents,and maintenance are typically classified as


A) Project managers.
B) Administrative support.
C) Functional managers.
D) Project sponsors.
E) Customers.

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Networks are mutually beneficial alliances that are generally governed by the law of


A) Supply-demand.
B) Brooks' law.
C) Reciprocity.
D) A squeaky wheel.
E) Risk-reward.

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The key to exercising influence is


A) To make few mistakes.
B) To build trust.
C) To build a network of top-level people.
D) To understand the political connections within the organization.
E) To make friends with everyone.

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Which of the following is used at Hewlett-Packard for building relationships with key players that will determine a project's success?


A) MBO
B) MBA
C) GIGO
D) MBWA
E) PMI

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One advantage of creating a dedicated project team is that it reduces dependencies,especially within the organization.

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When project managers have a can-do attitude and when they are able to maintain a positive attitude during a dismal day and keep others' attention positive as well,they are demonstrating ___________.

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optimism
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Many poor-performing project managers are guilty of management by wandering around.

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In terms of commonly traded organizational currencies,providing friendship,giving emotional backing,and listening to others' concerns and issues are examples of _______-related currencies.


A) Task
B) Position
C) Inspiration
D) Relationship
E) Personal

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The closest relationships in a project network of relationships are between the project manager and


A) Other project managers.
B) Project sponsors.
C) Top management.
D) Customers.
E) Project team members.

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Which group of stakeholders defines the scope of the project and ultimately determines whether or not the project is successful?


A) Customers
B) Top management
C) Project sponsors
D) Project managers
E) Project team

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People and organizations that are actively involved in the project,or whose interests may be positively or negatively affected by the project,are known as __________.

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stakeholders
Explanation: Stak...

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Customers define the scope of the project,and ultimately,project success rests in their satisfaction.

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Position-related currencies come directly from the project manager's ability to contribute to others' accomplishing their work.

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In terms of commonly traded organizational currencies,sharing personnel,undertaking unwanted tasks,and providing technical knowledge are examples of ______-related currencies.


A) Task
B) Position
C) Inspiration
D) Relationship
E) Personal

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________ naturally compete with each other for resources and support from top management.

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Project managers
Explanation: Project ma...

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