CompTIA Project+ (PK0-004) — Question 246

A project manager has been assigned a project with a budget of $50,000. Three change requests are submitted during execution that will increase the overall project cost to $60,000. Which of the following steps should the project manager perform NEXT?

Answer options

• A. Wait until the change requests are approved by the CCB.
• B. Approve the changes because the additional functionality is required to complete the process.
• C. Speak with the project sponsor and provide a detailed analysis of the changes and impacts to the project budget.
• D. Schedule the changes as part of the second phase of the project when additional funding will be available and work can be completed.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because the project manager must wait for the change control board (CCB) to approve any changes before proceeding. Approving the changes prematurely (B) could lead to budget overruns without proper authorization. Speaking with the sponsor (C) is important but does not replace the need for CCB approval, and scheduling changes for a later phase (D) without approval is not a viable option.