PMP Question #1013: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

A project manager has been approached by the project sponsor about adding to the project scope. How should the project manager accommodate this request?

Options

• ADisregard the request since the project scope is finalized
• BAdjust the project schedule to accommodate the new project scope requests.
• CCreate a change request for the change control board (CCB) to review.
• DUpdate the project team about the change request.

Explanation

A project sponsor requests to add new scope to an ongoing project.

Common mistakes.

• A. Disregarding a sponsor's request is unprofessional and can lead to significant stakeholder dissatisfaction and potential project failure if the requested change is critical.
• B. Adjusting the project schedule directly without formally processing a scope change leads to uncontrolled scope creep and compromises the project baselines and integrity.
• D. Updating the project team about a change request is an action that follows the submission and potential approval of the request by the CCB, not the initial step to accommodate the request itself.

Concept tested. Project scope change management process

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