Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1405

During the course of a project, a junior team member approaches the project manager for some direction and advice on risk mitigation.
How should the project manager respond?

Answer options

• A. Offer guidance and follow up with some developmental activity for the junior team member.
• B. Refer the junior team member to the senior team member who develops the risk mitigation strategy.
• C. Inform the junior team member that risk mitigation is not part of their work.
• D. Tell the junior team member that the information is available in lessons learned.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because offering guidance and arranging developmental activities helps the junior team member grow and understand risk mitigation better. Option B is less effective as it shifts responsibility rather than providing direct support. Option C dismisses the inquiry, which is not constructive, and option D does not provide the immediate support the junior team member needs.