PMP Practice Question 1601 - Process
A high-tech borehole project was initiated with the goal of providing water for a rural community of 1,500 villagers located in an arid region. The project was completed with a cost performance index (CPI) of 1.09 and a schedule performance index (SPI) of 0.93. Six months after its completion, it is determined that the villagers could not access water. What caused this situation to occur?
- A.The project was delivered above budget
- B.The risk analysis was inadequate
- ✓ Correct C.The requirements gathering was inadequate
- D.The project was completed behind schedule
Correct answer: C
Explanation
When a borehole project completed under budget (CPI 1.09) and slightly behind schedule (SPI 0.93) but villagers cannot access water six months later, the cause is inadequate requirements gathering. Project metrics showed acceptable performance, but failing to understand end-user needs and sustainability requirements led to a non-functional outcome. Being above budget (A) contradicts the CPI data. Inadequate risk analysis (B) may contribute but is not the primary cause. Being behind schedule (D) does not explain the inability to access water.
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