Week 3 – Data-informed decision-making – Shuffle Q/A 2

29. You are preparing a data presentation. To explain your data, you need to compare trends and display changes in the data over a set period of time. Which data visualization tool should you use?

  • Scatter plot
  • Bar graph
  • Pie chart
  • Line graph

30. From the project manager perspective, which of the following are benefits of using data? Select all that apply.

  • Increase the project timeline
  • Improve processes
  • Make better decisions
  • Understand your users

31. Fill in the blank: A(n) _____ is a quantifiable measurement project managers use to track and assess a business objective.

  • test
  • daily scrum
  • metric
  • survey

32. Fill in the blank: Using a(n) _____ keeps a record of any inconsistencies from the initial requirements of a project.

  • Issue log
  • Communication plan
  • Shared drive
  • Change log

33. Fill in the blank: _____ data are qualities or things that you can't measure with numerical data.

  • Client
  • Qualitative
  • Objective
  • Quantitative

34. What is the fifth stage in the storytelling process that involves tying all of your data and visuals into one cohesive narrative?

  • Defining your audience
  • Choosing a visual representation
  • Shaping the story
  • Filtering and analyzing the data

35. In data visualization, what is a type of user interface that provides a snapshot view of a project’s progress or performance?

  • KPI
  • Dashboard
  • Maps
  • Charts

36. As a project manager analyzing data, you create data visualizations to organize your data in a format that is clear and digestible for your stakeholders. Which data analysis best practice does this represent?

  • Process
  • Share
  • Prepare
  • Ask

37. You are a project manager preparing a data presentation. To explain your data, you need to present the composition of house sizes in a city. Which data visualization tool should you use?

  • Scatter plot
  • Bar graph
  • Line graph
  • Pie chart

38. Which of the following is the total time it takes to complete a project from start to finish?

  • Issue
  • Task
  • Milestone
  • Duration

39. After reviewing the metrics for a past conference, you notice the actual cost was over budget due to a higher number of attendees. What type of metric does this represent?

  • Milestone
  • Planned
  • Cost variance
  • Projected

40. Project key stakeholders have concerns about meeting deadlines. Which of the following metrics do you need to focus on in order to prioritize the proper tasks? Select all that apply.

  • Charts
  • Time
  • Performance
  • Scope

Shuffle Q/A 3

41. Which of the following are ways to help you give an effective presentation? Select all that apply.

  • Be flexible
  • Be memorable
  • Be precise
  • Be forceful

42. As a project manager analyzing data, you ensure the data is accurate by removing duplicate responses and inconsistencies, and confirm the data contains no typos or errors. Which data analysis best practice does this represent?

  • Prepare
  • Process
  • Analyze
  • Ask

Devendra Kumar

Project Management Apprentice at Google

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