Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 150

During daily team standup meetings, team members constantly ask about which tasks they should focus on first.
How should the project manager ensure the team is fully productive?

Answer options

• A. Review the project backlog during the team's standup meeting.
• B. Encourage project team members to prioritize the product backlog.
• C. Ensure team members are working according to the project plan.
• D. Work with the product owner to ensure the project backlog is prioritized.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because collaborating with the product owner ensures that the most important tasks are identified and prioritized based on business value. Option A is less effective as reviewing the backlog in meetings does not guarantee prioritization. Option B suggests encouraging prioritization but does not involve the necessary collaboration with the product owner. Option C focuses on adherence to the project plan rather than prioritizing tasks based on current needs.