A project manager was directed to complete a project sooner than previously planned. Which of the following is the MOST cost-effective step to take to ensure the project's success?

The correct answer is A. Reduce the scope. Constraints: If the budget is not increased, another project constraint will need to be adjusted to reduce the pressure of the cost constraint; the project might need to drop a requirement or change the quality standards. Example: To make the date, the publisher may need to…

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Options

AReduce the scope
BIncrease the budget
CDecrease staff
DUpdate the WBS

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(49 responses)

A
84% (41)
B
4% (2)
C
10% (5)
D
2% (1)

Explanation

Constraints: If the budget is not increased, another project constraint will need to be adjusted to reduce the pressure of the cost constraint; the project might need to drop a requirement or change the quality standards. Example: To make the date, the publisher may need to increase the budget to employ additional resources. Another option would be to change the scope of the book, perhaps by shortening the content.

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