Question 1
Which approach evaluates political, economic, social, technological, legal, environmental, and competitive factors affecting a client?
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Correct answer: C - PESTLE and competitive analysis
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Which approach evaluates political, economic, social, technological, legal, environmental, and competitive factors affecting a client?
Correct answer: C - PESTLE and competitive analysis
Understanding a client's culture, structure, stakeholders, and performance criteria primarily supports:
Correct answer: B - Client business understanding
Before starting a consulting assignment, objectives, scope, responsibilities, and fees have not been agreed. What should occur FIRST?
Correct answer: A - Establish mutual understanding of objectives, scope, work plan, and fees
Two solutions are proposed. One is innovative but exceeds client staffing limits; the other fits resources and constraints. Which should guide selection?
Correct answer: A - Feasibility within client constraints
A consultant maps a process, identifies causes, tests alternatives, and recommends improvements. This demonstrates:
Correct answer: A - Use of consulting tools and methodologies
A consultant adjusts communication after recognizing stakeholder frustration and differing perspectives. Which capability is demonstrated?
Correct answer: B - Emotional self-awareness and relationship management
A technically strong team avoids raising concerns. The consultant should focus on:
Correct answer: B - Open communication and constructive conflict
A consultant discovers an ownership interest in a vendor recommended to a client. What is the BEST action?
Correct answer: B - Disclose the conflict and address it before proceeding
A consultant receives confidential client data and later works with a competitor. What principle applies?
Correct answer: C - Confidential client information must be protected
A consultant discovers an engagement requires supporting illegal client activity. What is the appropriate response?
Correct answer: D - Address the issue and withdraw if necessary
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