Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1262

Team members are having a discussion with the project manager. In the last retrospective meeting, the team realized that the obsolete equipment could affect the next iteration of the project. The team recommends buying new equipment because it is critical to the success of the final deliverable.
What should the project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Check the project budget to verify if there is enough contingency reserve
• B. Review the cost management plan to determine how to address this issue
• C. Tell the team members that more equipment is not part of the project's scope
• D. Submit a change request to increase the budget and buy new equipment

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because reviewing the cost management plan allows the project manager to understand the financial implications and how to address the need for new equipment. Options A and D may be valid actions but are contingent on the information from the cost management plan. Option C dismisses the team's concern and does not address the potential impact on the project.