CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) Practice Exam

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What is scope creep?

The initial definition of the project's scope
The uncontrolled expansion of a product or project scope without adjustments to time, cost, and resources
The process of reducing the project scope
A technique used to control the project scope

The correct answer is: The uncontrolled expansion of a product or project scope without adjustments to time, cost, and resources

Scope creep refers to the uncontrolled expansion of a project or product's scope without making corresponding adjustments to the project's timeline, budget, and resources. This can cause delays, increased costs, and can potentially lead to project failure. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately describe the concept of scope creep. Option A only refers to the initial definition of the project's scope, while scope creep refers to changes that occur after the initial definition. Option C is the opposite of scope creep, as it involves reducing the project scope instead of expanding it. Option D mentions controlling the project scope, but not the aspect of uncontrolled expansion that is key to understanding scope creep.