Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 231

A vendor informed the project manager that a critical resource will be on a long leave of absence. The project team reviewed the pending vendor deliverables and identified an alternative solution, but the solution will incur an additional cost. The project is currently on schedule and slightly under budget.
What should the project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Request a replacement resource
• B. Perform a cost-benefit analysis
• C. Implement risk responses
• D. Perform Integrated Change Control

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The project manager should perform a cost-benefit analysis to evaluate the financial implications of the alternative solution compared to the current plan. Requesting a replacement resource may not address the immediate issue, while implementing risk responses and performing Integrated Change Control are not the most relevant actions at this stage since the team has already identified a solution.