Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 912

In a marine construction project, the project manager is informed by the marine authority that the work permit will not be issued until certain environmental reinforcement work has been completed. After reviewing the project management plan, the reinforcement work is not included in the project scope.

What should the project manager do?

Answer options

• A. Raise this issue, and review and update the progress report for the next monthly project meeting.
• B. Communicate with an officer in the environmental protection department to check if it is necessary.
• C. Organize a meeting with the team and update the work breakdown structure (WBS).
• D. Start the organization’s change control process via a change request.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because initiating the change control process is necessary to address the scope change required for the environmental reinforcement work, ensuring compliance with the marine authority's requirements. Options A, B, and C do not directly address the need for a formal change to the project scope, which is essential in this scenario.