Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 2

During the execution of a project, a company decides that everybody will need to take vacation time before the end of the year. This may cause a change in the project time line.
How should the project manager address the situation?

Answer options

• A. Agree with functional management and team members on a vacation schedule that would minimally impact the project schedule
• B. Submit a formal request to senior management asking them not to proceed with this decision based on the impact it will have on the project
• C. Push out the project timeline according to the vacation plan in place based on the recent company policy
• D. Discuss the vacation plan and include scheduling changes in the change log database

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because it emphasizes collaboration with management and team members to create a plan that minimizes disruption to the project. Option B is incorrect as it does not seek a practical solution, and submitting a request might not be effective. Option C is not proactive in managing the situation, and D, while useful for tracking changes, does not address the immediate need for a vacation schedule that minimizes project impact.