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PK0-005 · Question #462

A software engineer notices that the newest update to the reporting software includes many new features that were not defined in the requirements document. Which of the following steps should the…

The correct answer is A. Seek approval before continuing. When scope changes occur, proper change management is critical. The engineer must submit the change for formal approval before moving forward. Skipping approval would violate governance processes and may introduce compliance or contractual risks.

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Question

A software engineer notices that the newest update to the reporting software includes many new features that were not defined in the requirements document. Which of the following steps should the engineer take next?

Options

  • ASeek approval before continuing
  • BEdit the requirements document
  • CDisregard the update
  • DNotify the users of the new features

How the community answered

(35 responses)
  • A
    77% (27)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • C
    14% (5)
  • D
    6% (2)

Explanation

When scope changes occur, proper change management is critical. The engineer must submit the change for formal approval before moving forward. Skipping approval would violate governance processes and may introduce compliance or contractual risks.

Topics

#Change control#Requirements management#Scope management#Stakeholder communication

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