Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 50

A project manager is working on a construction project. The company owner asks the project manager to provide cost estimates for the new decoration project within 4 hours.
How will the project manager be able to complete this task?

Answer options

• A. Call a meeting with the project team to identify the most appropriate approach
• B. Tell the owner that a rough order of magnitude will be provided
• C. Contact a subject matter expert (SME) for advice and consultation
• D. Tell the owner that the task requires more time and expertise

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because providing a rough order of magnitude is a quick way to give the owner an initial estimate without requiring detailed analysis. Option A, while collaborative, would take too long to convene a meeting. Option C could be helpful, but it would also likely not yield results within the 4-hour timeframe. Option D suggests postponing the task, which does not meet the owner's request.