Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 301

A project is ending its fifth out of six iterations. During the iteration review, a customer adds a new regulatory feature that exceeds the capacity of the remaining iteration.
What should the project lead do?

Answer options

• A. Register an issue and escalate it to the project sponsor.
• B. Invite the stakeholders to discuss a new prioritization.
• C. Estimate the impact and consult with the product owner.
• D. Increase the team capacity to finish the project on time.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct option is C because estimating the impact of the new feature and consulting with the product owner helps determine if the request is feasible and how it aligns with project goals. Option A is incorrect as escalating an issue without assessing its impact does not address the immediate need. Option B, while collaborative, does not directly focus on understanding the impact. Option D is not advisable as simply increasing capacity may not be practical or effective.