Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1102

A project manager is managing a project which is approaching the end of the execution phase. A high-level stakeholder informs the project manager that a very important requirement was not included in the scope of the project, and that without that requirement the project will deliver no value.

What is the first thing the project manager should do?

Answer options

• A. Inform the stakeholder that it is impossible to add new requirements to an approved project scope.
• B. Include the requirement into the project and schedule it as soon as possible.
• C. Inform the project sponsor about the situation and request assistance.
• D. Evaluate the impact that the inclusion of this new requirement will have on project performance.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because evaluating the impact of the new requirement is crucial for understanding how it affects the project's scope, timeline, and resources. Options A and B dismiss the situation without proper assessment, while C involves the sponsor, but does not address the immediate need to evaluate the requirement's impact.