Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 543

During the execution of a project within an operations function, the project manager encounters scope changes and a delay in the delivery of critical tasks.
How should the project manager address this situation?

Answer options

• A. Communicate the concerns to the project management office (PMO) during the weekly project reports
• B. Call for a team meeting to decide if the changes should be included
• C. Initiate the change request to modify the scope and adjust the timelines
• D. Conduct an impact analysis and present the results to the steering committee for approval

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because conducting an impact analysis allows the project manager to assess how the changes will affect the project and its objectives, which is critical for informed decision-making. The other options, while they involve communication or action, do not provide a thorough evaluation of the changes and their implications, which is necessary before seeking approval or making adjustments.