Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 68

A project manager who is new to an organization observes that an approaching deadline is likely to be missed because there have been some delays on the project due to a lack of resources.
What should the project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Review the risk management plan to identify the response strategy.
• B. Escalate the issue to the sponsor and debrief them about the situation.
• C. Review the milestone list to determine which tasks can be fast-tracked.
• D. Organize a team meeting to discuss the next course of action.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as reviewing the risk management plan helps the project manager identify appropriate strategies to mitigate the delays. Escalating the issue (B) is important, but it doesn't directly address the immediate resource problem. Fast-tracking tasks (C) may help but doesn't consider the underlying risks. Organizing a team meeting (D) may lead to discussions, but it is essential to first analyze the risks involved.