Question

Which of the following statements is true?

1) In an adaptive life cycle, a comprehensive plan is created at the beginning of the project and any changes to that plan are carefully evaluated and controlled.
2) Predictive life cycles usually use Agile methodologies to complete project work.
3) A predictive life cycle approach is frequently used when the project's end products are well understood or when they need to be completely finished before they can be used.
4) Iterative or integrative life cycles are often described as "mini-Agile" approaches.

Answer 1

The true statement is that a predictive life cycle approach is often used for projects with well-understood end products that must be completely finished before use.

The statement that is true among the options provided is: 3) A predictive life cycle approach is frequently used when the project's end products are well understood or when they need to be completely finished before they can be used. This approach is commonly associated with traditional project management methodologies, which require a clear understanding of the project's deliverables and a well-defined plan before execution begins. Such an approach is suitable for projects with less uncertainty and where changes are less likely to occur once the project has started.