PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) — Question 162

Throughout the project, an agile practitioner notices that one team member is becoming an emergent leader.
What should an agile practitioner do?

Answer options

• A. Present opportunities in order to be supportive and grow that team member's talents
• B. Encourage the team member to fit in more with the established team norms
• C. Bring this to management's attention so they don't disrupt the team
• D. Ask team member to respect defined roles on the project to avoid confusion with the team

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because supporting the emergent leader can enhance the team's overall effectiveness and harness their skills for the benefit of the project. Options B and D focus on conformity and restrictions, which may stifle the team member's potential. Option C could undermine the team's dynamics and discourage natural leadership development.