Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 389

A project manager is managing a mobile application development project when one of the experienced team members starts missing deadlines. The delays will impact project implementation.
What should the project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Assign an additional resource to help the team member with the tasks
• B. Ask the team member's functional manager if there are any known issues
• C. Convene a team meeting to encourage and motivate the entire team
• D. Meet with the team member to understand their concerns and/or issues

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because meeting with the team member allows the project manager to identify any underlying issues that may be causing the missed deadlines. Assigning additional resources (A) or asking the functional manager (B) might not address the root cause of the problem, and convening a team meeting (C) may not provide specific support to the individual who is struggling.