Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1323

A project manager is assigned to a project with a long time line and complex scope. The client requires a high-level, long-term plan as well as something that will work immediately, adding features to the product as the project progresses.

How should the project manager plan and deliver this project?

Answer options

• A. Plan the project with a predictive approach with a work breakdown structure (WBS) and then execute it using an agile approach to deliver value incrementally.
• B. Plan the project with a predictive approach and a work breakdown structure (WBS) following the plan and deliver value at the end of the project.
• C. Agree on a minimum viable product (MVP) first to be delivered immediately with the client and then release the rest of the scope at the end of the project.
• D. Select an agile approach and manage the project according to best practices to ensure value is delivered to the client.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because it combines a predictive approach for overall planning with an agile method for execution, allowing for both a long-term strategy and immediate feature delivery. Options B and C do not provide the necessary flexibility to adapt to client needs throughout the project, while option D does not incorporate the initial predictive planning that is essential for managing complex scopes.