CompTIA Project+ (PK0-004) — Question 235

A project manager at a projectized organization is resource leveling the upcoming phase. The project manager notices one of the resources is assigned with 20% of allocation to a secondary project. This situation limits and jeopardizes the commitment date.
Which of the following should the project manager do NEXT?

Answer options

• A. Ask the functional manager to release the 20% of allocation from the secondary project.
• B. Ask the sponsor to negotiate with the project manager from the secondary project.
• C. Ask the PMO to assign additional resources.
• D. Ask the project manager of the secondary project to release the resource.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because involving the sponsor allows for a higher-level negotiation that may lead to a resolution regarding the resource allocation. Option A is incorrect as the functional manager may not have the authority to release resources from another project. Option C does not address the immediate issue of resource allocation, and D may not be effective without the sponsor's involvement.