PK0-003 · Question #25
A project manager has to complete an asset inventory project for a large corporation. Several departments have refused to allow access to the equipment to complete the project. The project manager sho
The correct answer is D. Issues log. When departments refuse access to equipment for an asset inventory, it represents an active problem that is hindering project progress. This type of current issue requires documenting in an issues log for tracking and resolution.
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A project manager has to complete an asset inventory project for a large corporation. Several departments have refused to allow access to the equipment to complete the project. The project manager should update which of the following?
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- AChange control form
- BRisk register
- CWork Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- DIssues log
How the community answered
(48 responses)- A6% (3)
- B13% (6)
- C2% (1)
- D79% (38)
Why each option
When departments refuse access to equipment for an asset inventory, it represents an active problem that is hindering project progress. This type of current issue requires documenting in an issues log for tracking and resolution.
A change control form is used to request, analyze, and approve changes to an approved project baseline, not to document current operational problems.
A risk register is used to document potential future uncertainties that, if they occur, could impact project objectives, not current problems that have already manifested.
The Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) decomposes project deliverables into smaller, manageable work packages, and does not serve as a tracking mechanism for project problems.
An issues log is used to record and track all problems, obstacles, or open questions that arise during a project and require resolution to ensure project success. Refusal of access is a current, active problem impacting the project's ability to proceed, making the issues log the appropriate place to document it for tracking and resolution.
Concept tested: Project documentation for current problems
Source: https://www.pmi.org/learning/library/project-management-issues-log-1925
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