Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 425

During project implementation, one team finds out that a key project deliverable was not budgeted.
What should the project manager do first?

Answer options

• A. Escalate the issue to the project sponsor for resolution.
• B. Hold the team accountable and ask for an immediate solution.
• C. Meet with the team to discuss alternatives.
• D. Remove the deliverable from the project scope.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because the project manager should first engage with the team to evaluate possible alternatives before taking drastic measures. Options A, B, and D may not address the issue collaboratively or may lead to unnecessary escalation or removal of important project elements without exploring viable solutions.