Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 948

The testing backlog for a hybrid project has increased significantly and is becoming a bottleneck. The team has researched a tool that could resolve the bottleneck, and the project manager has been informed.

What should the project manager do next?

Answer options

• A. Escalate the issue with the product owner.
• B. Reduce the testing scope of the backlog.
• C. Add developers to remove the backlog.
• D. Enroll team members in training on the tool.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because training team members on the tool will equip them with the necessary skills to effectively use it, thus addressing the bottleneck. Options A, B, and C do not directly resolve the issue; escalating or reducing scope might not address the root cause, and adding developers may not be effective without proper tool usage.