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During execution of a complex project, the project manager encounters numerous change requests from various teams. These changes may result in the project not meeting its objectives. How should the pr

The correct answer is B. Include the changes in the backlog and review priorities with the product owner.. To effectively manage numerous change requests in a project, especially in an agile context, the project manager should integrate them into the backlog and re-evaluate priorities with the product owner to maintain alignment with project objectives.

Submitted by yaw92· Apr 18, 2026Process

Question

During execution of a complex project, the project manager encounters numerous change requests from various teams. These changes may result in the project not meeting its objectives. How should the project manager ensure that these changes are managed effectively?

Options

  • ARecord the changes using the risk register and continue monitoring.
  • BInclude the changes in the backlog and review priorities with the product owner.
  • CDeny the change requests and keep delivering the project as planned.
  • DReview the project and communications management plan with the main stakeholder.

How the community answered

(44 responses)
  • A
    7% (3)
  • B
    82% (36)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    9% (4)

Why each option

To effectively manage numerous change requests in a project, especially in an agile context, the project manager should integrate them into the backlog and re-evaluate priorities with the product owner to maintain alignment with project objectives.

ARecord the changes using the risk register and continue monitoring.

Recording changes in a risk register is a reactive measure for potential issues, not a proactive way to manage and integrate approved scope changes into the project execution plan.

BInclude the changes in the backlog and review priorities with the product owner.Correct

In an agile methodology, change requests are naturally incorporated into the product backlog as potential new work items or modifications. The project manager, in collaboration with the product owner, is responsible for reviewing these changes, assessing their impact on existing priorities, and re-prioritizing the backlog to ensure the project continues to deliver maximum value while adapting to new requirements.

CDeny the change requests and keep delivering the project as planned.

Denying all change requests is an inflexible approach that fails to adapt to evolving project needs and stakeholder requirements, which can lead to project failure or dissatisfaction.

DReview the project and communications management plan with the main stakeholder.

Reviewing management plans is a good practice for project governance but doesn't directly address the process of integrating and prioritizing new change requests to ensure effective project execution.

Concept tested: Agile change management and backlog prioritization

Source: https://www.pmi.org/disciplined-agile/agile-glossary/product-backlog

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#Change Management#Agile Methodologies#Scope Management#Prioritization

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