PMP Question #447: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

Question

A project manager is assigned to a project in a company that is transitioning to agile. Not all stakeholders believe in the project, and some stakeholders would like the entire project defined and planned out early in the project. However, the project sponsor needs a quick win to ensure the continuation of the project. What approach should the project manager use?

Options

• AAn agile approach as this would provide working functionality earlier
• BA predictive approach as this would please the senior stakeholders
• CA hybrid project as this will mitigate stakeholders' concerns
• DA predictive approach as this will show benefits for all stakeholders

Explanation

To achieve a quick win and build confidence in a company transitioning to agile, the project manager should adopt an agile approach to deliver working functionality early.

Common mistakes.

• B. A predictive approach emphasizes upfront planning and definition, which delays delivery of working functionality and would not provide the quick win the project sponsor needs to ensure continuation.
• C. While a hybrid approach might address some stakeholder concerns over time, it may not deliver the 'quick win' as effectively as a pure agile approach focused on early, tangible deliverables.
• D. A predictive approach delays benefits realization and would not satisfy the sponsor's need for a quick win, even if some stakeholders prefer it.

Concept tested. Agile project benefits, quick wins, stakeholder confidence

Reference. https://www.scrum.org/resources/what-is-scrum

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