Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 783

A project team is working remotely on a project with tight deadlines. In the middle of the project, a team member is replaced with an individual who is new to the company. The document repository is available to review, but since the project is quite complex it could take time to understand the details related to the new team member's responsibilities.

What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Assign tasks and provide contacts so the new team member can contact the appropriate resources for support.
• B. Ask the new team member to review the repository and schedule a meeting to provide details and tasks.
• C. Organize a social event to introduce the new team member to key stakeholders and the project team.
• D. Introduce the new team member to the project team and provide an explanation of the key themes.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because scheduling a meeting after reviewing the repository allows for direct clarification of tasks and responsibilities, which is crucial for a newcomer. Option A, while helpful, does not ensure that the new member fully understands their role. Option C focuses on social interaction rather than project necessities, and option D, although informative, does not provide the structured support that a meeting would offer.