Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1236

A project manager is leading a project to develop accounting software for a trading firm. As the outcomes are being delivered, a new risk is identified regarding an indirect tax regulation that is being changed by the government in the next 6 months. This risk will have a significant impact on the project outcomes.
What should the project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Determine the impact of the risk and prioritize outcomes that do not affect the tax module.
• B. Delay developing the indirect tax module until the tax regulation comes into effect.
• C. Assess the impact of the risk with an expert and prioritize further outcomes with the client.
• D. Analyze the impact of the risk and discuss with the team to determine how to separate the tax module.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because consulting with an expert allows for a thorough assessment of the risk, enabling informed prioritization of outcomes with the client. Option A fails to address the risk adequately, B suggests delaying critical work that may not be necessary, and D does not consider the need for expert input on the risk's implications.