PMP · Question #760
Ai the start of a project, the sponsor declares that demonstrating benefits from the product will be extremely important. The project sponsor calls a meeting with the project manager and the project l
The correct answer is C. Recommend an agile approach so the project can be delivered iteratively.. Given a project with high uncertainty, many expected changes, and the sponsor's emphasis on demonstrating benefits early, the project manager should propose an agile approach to facilitate iterative delivery and continuous value demonstration.
Question
Ai the start of a project, the sponsor declares that demonstrating benefits from the product will be extremely important. The project sponsor calls a meeting with the project manager and the project leadership team to discuss the best approach because the project has a high degree of uncertainty and many changes are expected. What should the project manager propose?
Options
- ADevelop requirements and designs to support a faster product release.
- BEmphasize the adoption of a predictive approach to minimize ambiguity.
- CRecommend an agile approach so the project can be delivered iteratively.
- DOutsource development of the product to a third party with more experience.
How the community answered
(26 responses)- A4% (1)
- B4% (1)
- C85% (22)
- D8% (2)
Why each option
Given a project with high uncertainty, many expected changes, and the sponsor's emphasis on demonstrating benefits early, the project manager should propose an agile approach to facilitate iterative delivery and continuous value demonstration.
While faster release is good, developing all requirements and designs upfront might be counterproductive in a highly uncertain environment, as they are likely to change.
A predictive approach is less suitable for projects with high uncertainty and many expected changes, as it emphasizes upfront planning and rigidity, which could hinder adaptability.
An agile approach is best suited for projects with high uncertainty and expected changes because it allows for iterative delivery of working increments, enabling early and continuous demonstration of benefits to the sponsor and stakeholders, and adapting to new information or changes. This flexibility directly addresses the project's characteristics and the sponsor's priority.
Outsourcing development is a strategic sourcing decision and doesn't directly address the project management approach needed to handle uncertainty and demonstrate benefits iteratively.
Concept tested: Project lifecycle selection (Agile vs. Predictive)
Source: https://www.pmi.org/pmbok-guide-standards/foundational/agile-practice-guide
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Community Discussion
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Olusegun A.Jul 5, 2026C is the answer here. The sponsor wants to see benefits demonstrated early and you have high uncertainty with expected changes, which is the textbook scenario for an adaptive approach where you deliver iteratively and can pivot as needed.
Anjali D.Jul 3, 2026C wins here. Anyone know if PMI always picks agile when uncertainty is high?
Carlos M.Jul 5, 2026C is the move. High uncertainty plus expected changes plus sponsor wanting to see benefits early is textbook agile, iterative delivery gets value in front of stakeholders fast.
Mei-Ling H.Jul 5, 2026A. Key qualifier is demonstrating benefits, plus faster release supports that goal.
Olusegun A.Jul 6, 2026Respectfully, C is correct because the question is asking about identifying the measurable value the increment delivers, not just shipping faster. Faster release is a delivery mechanism, while C ties directly to validating outcomes with stakeholders.