Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 122

While a project manager is trying to build the first baseline for a project, a change request is being sent from one of the functional managers.

What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Apply for a formal change control board (CCB) approval.
• B. Discuss this with the functional manager and related parties.
• C. Reject the functional manager's change request immediately.
• D. Analyze the impact of the change request on the project.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as analyzing the impact of the change request on the project is crucial before making any decisions. Options A and B may be appropriate steps later, but they do not address the immediate need to understand the implications of the change. Rejecting the request outright, as in option C, is not a suitable approach without first evaluating its potential effects.