Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 164

A few developers have identified a list of impediments at the daily standup and are asking for the project lead's assistance in prioritizing them. There are a few complex backlog items, and a new junior tester has identified a few compliance defects. The product owner and a couple of developers will be leaving the project team, and the contract with the test and production support partner will not be renewed.

Which issue should the project lead focus on first?

Answer options

• A. Recruiting, onboarding, and training new developers.
• B. Finding a new product owner to prioritize the product backlog.
• C. Developing a new contract for production support.
• D. Regulatory compliance issues discussed in the meeting.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The project lead should prioritize the regulatory compliance issues since they can have immediate legal and operational implications. While recruiting new developers and finding a new product owner are important, they do not address the pressing compliance defects that could impact the project immediately. Establishing a new contract for production support is also essential, but it is secondary to ensuring compliance.