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Question # 4

Which two of the following components are included in a backbone distribution system (BDS)? (Choose two.)

A.

Work area outlets

B.

Telecommunications enclosures

C.

Equipment Cord

D.

Equipment rooms

E.

Horizontal Cable

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Question # 5

Which type of protection for electrical power stations provide isolation against a rise in potential of station ground and also provide drainage protection against longitudinally-induced voltages?

A.

Isolating transformers

B.

Neutralizing transformers

C.

Mutual drainage reactors

D.

Unit-type neutralizing transformers

E.

2-winding neutralizing transformers

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Question # 6

When designing a video communications network, which type of video communication link is two-person videoconferencing?

A.

Point-to-multipoint bidirectional

B.

Point-to-multipoint unidirectional

C.

Unidirectional

D.

PTP unidirectional

E.

PTP bidirectional

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Question # 7

In a design type Scope of Work (SoW) the ICT distribution designer is responsible for providing

A.

stakeholder requirements

B.

a safety plan

C.

a user needs analysis

D.

specific products and materials

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Question # 8

A software development program will launch iterative versions of new software called Alpha over two years Following that, a program will be released to the program team and developers to create new software called Beta While the program manager prepares the program closure plan tor Alpha, the program sponsor expresses concern about its support after program closure.

What should the program manager do as part of Alpha's program closure plan?

A.

Execute the transition plan and Include Knowledge transfer to transition Alpha support to operations

B.

Keep the Alpha program open until support is no longer required, then execute program closure

C.

Adjust Alpha's exit criteria to ensure its support is included in the Beta program

D.

Document the program closure procedure to ensure that resources are released from Alpha to develop Beta

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Question # 9

The program manager leads a medical billing system integration program for company A. a health services provider Company A acquires smaller company X. which delivers health services strategically aligned with company A Company X uses a different billing approach than company A. Company A's chief information officer (CIO) seeks counsel on which solution would be the better option moving forward requesting the program manager's assistance.

How should the program manager respond to the ClO's request1?

A.

Document the resources required to implement the recommended solution and demonstrate how this solution will save the company money

B.

Find similar examples of the preferred approach and ask the project teams to document why the preferred approach is better

C.

Gather the costs and benefits associated with each option and recommend the appropriate solution defining why the selected approach is better

D.

Conduct a thorough stakeholder analysis and develop a program management plan to implement the appropriate solution for both companies.

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Question # 10

A telephone facility and an electrical facility are required in a tunnel. To reduce the effects of EMI and eliminate the need for additional shielding of the cables, where would each facility be placed?

A.

On opposite sides of the tunnel

B.

On the same sides of the tunnel

C.

Together on the same pathway for easy access and maintenance

D.

One on the top part and one on the bottom part of the same side of the tunnel

E.

On the exterior of the tunnel

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Question # 11

What actions are taken in the process of developing and maintaining a program risk register?

A.

Assign ownership of risks with appropriate responsibilities, document agreed-upon response strategies and provide the foundation for the risk management plan

B.

Assign ownership of risks with appropriate responsibilities, document agreed-upon response strategies and identify the root cause of potential risks

C.

Assign ownership of risks with appropriate responsibilities, document agreed-upon response strategies, and proactively manage program issues

D.

Assign ownership of risks with appropriate responsibilities, document agreed-upon response strategies, and identify residual risks.

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Question # 12

A program manager learns that their company's organizational strategy has changed This change impacts one component project of a program misaligning it with both the program objectives and the new organizational strategy This component project, however, is already 90 percent complete.

What should the program manager do next?

A.

Immediately submit a component project closure request to the program sponsor so that resources can be reallocated to strategically aligned component projects.

B.

Assess the impact of closure on other component projects, and generate a recommendation for submission to the program governance board

C.

Recommend that the component project manager complete work activity to deliver benefits to the organization

D.

Update the benefits management plan to reflect the impact of the change on the program and its intended benefits

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Question # 13

During the last steering committee meeting, a program manager presented the benefits register to the program governance board. Since the intended benefits of the program were realized the program manager was asked to transition the program into operations.

At this stage, what is expected during the post-review session organized by the program manager?

A.

Earned value (EV) report

B.

Customer sign-off

C.

Benefits register updates

D.

Feedback and lessons learned

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Question # 14

What is the MINIMUM clearance needed between the front of the telephone booth and any wall or fixture for most installations?

A.

300 mm (12 in)

B.

450 mm (18 in)

C.

610 mm (24 in)

D.

914 mm (36 in)

E.

2.4 m (8 ft)

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Question # 15

During the design phase, drawings for ICT communications spaces should be reviewed for Standards compliance and

A.

cost projections.

B OSHA specifications

B.

client requirements

C.

equipment availability

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Question # 16

The new performance financial system is delivered lo all business entities on time following a one-year implementation program After six months of utilization the global finance department one of the main beneficiaries of the program, determines that quality and level of granularity of the financial data is not sufficient for them to analyze the key performance indicators (KPIs) defined Additionally, the global finance department is missing the analytical tools required to understand the causes of discrepancies

To address these shortcomings the global finance department submits a request for a follow-up initiative through the process defined by which of the following documents?

A.

Benefits sustainment plan

B.

Benefits governance plan

C.

Benefits realization report

D.

Benefits transition plan

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Question # 17

A project's closeout plan will be executed by the project manager (PM) and will be managed and approved by the

A.

owner

B.

contractor

C.

lCT distribution designer

D.

projects installation supervisor

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Question # 18

During bidding the ICT distribution designer should review the bid responses for compliance and completeness. Afterwards, the designer should report the findings and recommendations to the

A.

construction foreman

B.

legal counsel

C.

stakeholders

D.

technical consultant

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Question # 19

XYZ Company hires you to make its transitioning procedure more effective in meeting close-out requirements. You review XYZ's transitioning procedures to eliminate any that do not belong in the close-out phase.

Which of the following procedures should you removed?

A.

Managing the transition from the "As-ls" state to the "To-Be" or Target Stale

B.

Reviewing the status of benefits with the stakeholders and program sponsor

C.

Managing any required transition to operations

D.

Documenting lessons learned in the organizational database

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Question # 20

Smaller buildings with a serving area larger than 1000 ft2 and less than 5000 ft2 may be served by:

A.

self-contained cabinets.

B.

wall cabinets.

C.

shallow rooms.

D.

enclosed cabinets.

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Question # 21

A program manager needs to establish direction and identity the essential aspects of a program. In addition, they must ensure that the context and framework of the program are properly defined assessed and documented

Which document will be created to support this activity?

A.

Program resource management plan

B.

Program management plan

C.

Program master schedule

D.

Program scope statement

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Question # 22

Which stakeholder of a project team is responsible to provide closeout documentation to the client? Architect

A.

Authority

B.

Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

C.

Construction Manager

D.

ICT Distribution Designer/Project Manager

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Question # 23

What's the RECOMMENDED twisted pair cable slack length to be left at the work area outlet location to enable the possibility of future changes in the Horizontal Cabling System?

A.

=0.152 m (0.5 ft)

B.

=0.3 m (1 ft)

C.

=1 m (3 ft)

D.

= 5m (16 40 ft)

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Question # 24

Which two of the following are ADVANTAGES of aerial pathways? (Select two options.)

A.

Quick to install

B.

Has a low initial installation cost

C.

Affect the aesthetic appearance of the property

D.

Economical over a long life

E.

Readily accessible for maintenance

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Question # 25

A system integration approach of a BAS on to a LAN can usually reduce the cost of cabling-related changes by

A.

10 to 20 percent

B.

25 to 40 percent

C.

45 percent

D.

50 percent

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Question # 26

A program manager recognizes that a successful resource being used in project A could also be used in project B. What should the program manager do first to leverage the utilization of this resource?

A.

Assign project A's resource to project B

B.

Reassign the resource to project B after protect A ends

C.

Prioritize the resource to optimize their use across both projects A and B

D.

Mitigate risk by leveraging other resources in project A

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Question # 27

A new component project is approved by the program governance board. The funding for this component project will be provided by an organization different from the organization funding the program

Would this be an acceptable funding arrangement?

A.

Yes, only component projects may have different funding sources

B.

Yes, the program and its components may have different funding sources

C.

No. the program and the project must be funded by the same organization

D.

No. component projects must be funded by program funds

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Question # 28

A component protect of a multiyear program delivers all expected products and services as anticipated. The component project manager obtains approvals from the stakeholders and transitions the benefits to operations

What should the program manager do next?

A.

Reassign the component project manager to another component project or activity

B.

Verify that the benefits were delivered and authorize component project closure

C.

Conduct a program audit to confirm that the component protect is complete

D.

Keep the component project open until the program benefits are realized

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Question # 29

A component project manager escalates an issue regarding a key stakeholder to the program manager. The key stakeholder does not respond to emails or phone calls and the project manager believes this key stakeholder is exhibiting a negative attitude toward the work. The key stakeholder has a significant influence over the component project which could impact other components if delays occur. The program manager's attempts to reach the stakeholder via email also fail.

What should the program manager do next?

A.

Escalate the issue to the stakeholder's supervisor.

B.

Escalate the issue to the program governance board as delays will impact the program

C.

Update the program risk register to reflect a realized risk and execute the documented risk response

D.

Attempt to call the key stakeholder, if unsuccessful, visit their office to identify potential risks

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Question # 30

What is the MINIMUM distance from the edge of a pool or other water hazards for a weatherproof enclosure?

A.

1 m (3 ft)

B.

2 m (7 ft)

C.

4 m (13 ft)

D.

6 m (20 ft)

E.

10 m (30 ft)

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Question # 31

A program delivers incremental benefits but is far from closure. The company completes an acquisition and defines new strategic objectives.

What should the program manager do next?

A.

Evaluate the impact of the new strategic objectives through a change request

B.

Integrate the new acquisition into the program to include the new strategic objectives

C.

Assess the impact of the new acquisition on the contract management plan

D.

Review the benefits management plan to assess the continued validity of the program

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Question # 32

Which two of the following are ADVANTAGES of underground conduit systems? (Select two options.)

A.

Provide additional physical cable protection

B.

Not adaptable for future facility placement or removal without disturbing the property

C.

Economical over a long life

D.

Require more installation time than aerial or direct-buried installations

E.

Route planning is not as critical as aerial or direct-burial

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Question # 33

To create market advantage, a program sponsor requests accelerating the implementation of a new manufacturing process that is based on a recently improved system component. The program manager is concerned that the delivery of some program goals could be jeopardized.

What should the program manager do?

A.

Document the concerns that program goals may be affected and present at the next program governance board review meeting for guidance and actions to be taken.

B.

Advise the program sponsor that the program will continue and follow the program management plan, unless the change control board (CCB) has approved changes to the plan

C.

Work with the project managers of the affected components to implement fast tracking and update the resource management plan accordingly

D.

Evaluate critical success factors and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor benefits throughout the program's life cycle

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Question # 34

A program stakeholder is concerned about information they receive about a project. Who is responsible for reviewing the communications management plan to assure adequate information is provided to the stakeholder'?

A.

Program sponsor

B.

Communications manager

C.

Project manager

D.

Program manager

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Question # 35

A component project of a program is completed, and will provide the intended incremental benefits. How should the program manager proceed with the component transition?

A.

Update the program stakeholder engagement plan with stakeholders from the transition organization

B.

Define the component protects business value in the benefits management plan

C.

Update the program roadmap to reflect completion of a key end-point objective

D.

Initiate a program change request to close out the component project

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Question # 36

In a contiguous properly environment (e. g., where campus backbone cables exist), which two of the following are CRITICAL factors to understand for maintenance and growth purposes? (Select two options.)

A.

Fill ratio

B.

Familiarity with the routes and spaces (proper record keeping)

C.

Cable composition

D.

Not able to determine the working capacity versus spare cable capacity

E.

Cost analysis of the value of capex and capex models

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Question # 37

A program manager concurrently implements a software program at four client locations. The client's objective is to maintain quality while shortening the software implementation timeline

What key elements should be included in the benefits register to achieve this goal?

A.

Plans for tracking and communicating risks associated with the program

B.

Plans for conducting program quality assurance and control on a regular basis

C.

Plans for program schedule control to meet the shorter timeline

D.

Plans for defining metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs), and procedures to measure benefits

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Question # 38

A program manager prepares the program for review to secure funding by senior management. Which of the following must the program manager identify when creating the program charter?

A.

Milestone dates, budget, and staff details that support it

B.

Assumptions incorporated into the benefits management plan

C.

Process within the organization that will be needed to deliver the product

D.

Key decision makers or stakeholders in the program and their expectations and interests

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Question # 39

An ICT distribution designer is estimating the installation of five units of 1.5 m (5 ft) tong channel basket trays connected together in the ceiling. The total length of the pathway needed is 7 5 m (25 ft). How many supports will be needed''

A.

2

B.

5

C.

7

D.

10

E.

20

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Question # 40

An organization must accelerate a product to market. The program manager completes the preliminary program slaps and holds a kick-off meeting Project managers submit their preliminary schedules for review

What should the program manager do next?

A.

Assign resources lo the schedule and report the revised delivery date to the project managers

B.

Work with the project managers to refine the project schedules and deliverables to align with the program milestones

C.

Revise the project schedules to meet the program schedule and communicate to stakeholders

D.

Integrate the project schedules into the program schedule and report the revised delivery date to the project managers

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Question # 41

A program completes all component projects and all identified benefits are being delivered However, the program sponsor is concerned that long-term benefits may not meet organizational performance parameters

To ensure the realization of long-term benefits what should the program manager use?

A.

Benefits register

B.

Benefits sustainment plan

C.

Benefits management plan

D.

Benefits transition plan

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Question # 42

A company CEO meets with key customers to learn how they can be better served Alter discovering that some executive team members disagree with each other, the CEO asks the program management office (PWO) to develop a program to better serve key customers based on their strategic importance to the company's long-term goals.

What should the program manager do to establish and successfully manage the program's direction?

A.

Create a program strategy to obtain the required funding from the portfolio decision team

B.

Develop and foster relationships with stakeholders to improve communication

C.

Conduct stakeholder interviews to address their concerns and expectations

D.

Identify a list of projects, and then assign them suitable project managers

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Question # 43

A program manager has four projects pending approval Senior management asks the program manager to identity a project for potential elimination based on the return on investment. The program manager has the following information to guide and support the decision.

Which project should the program manager select to be cancelled?

A.

Project A

B.

Project B

C.

Project C

D.

Project D

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Question # 44

When sizing an underground entrance facility, what is the MINIMUM amount of 103 metric designator conduits (4 trade size) that should be specified by the ICT distribution design?

A.

2 Conduits

B.

3 Conduits

C.

4 Conduits

D.

6 Conduits

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Question # 45

What is the OPTIMAL lime in the construction process for ICT submittals to be reviewed by the ICT distribution designer?

A.

After the contract is awarded and before project close out

B.

As part of the contract bid process to prevent project delays

C.

Before the contract is awarded

D.

At the beginning of the close out process

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Question # 46

What is the MAXIMUM length of continuous conduit allowed before a pull point or pull box needs to be installed?

A.

≈15.20 m (50 ft)

B.

≈22.90 m (75 ft)

C.

≈30.50 m (100 ft)

D.

≈45.70 m (150 ft)

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Question # 47

What is the derating factor for a 24 AWG (0.51 mm) stranded cords?

A.

10%

B.

20%

C.

30%

D.

50%

E.

60%

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Question # 48

When considering pathway types, the ICT distribution designer should consider the applicable MICE factors as defined in TIA 568 for structured cabling systems and components MICE 3 relates to

A.

commercial environment

B.

heavy industrial environment

C.

medical environment

D.

light industrial environment

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