Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 872

An iteration is almost finished, but the team is struggling to complete the stories that require more time. What should the project manager do first?

Answer options

• A. Meet with the project team to develop a proper resolution to the issue.
• B. Request approval from the project sponsor to add more resources
• C. Prepare documentation to explain the issue and communicate accordingly.
• D. Update the project artifacts to reflect the new deadlines reported.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because meeting with the project team allows for a collaborative approach to identify the root cause of the delays and develop a resolution. Options B and C may not address the immediate problem effectively, while D would only update documentation without solving the underlying issue.