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    PracticePMI PMP®PMI PMP Practice Exam 2Question 98
    Hard1 markMultiple Choice
    Task 5: Plan and manage budget and resourcesspecialized-expertiseresource-planningsourcing-optionsbudget-constraints

    PMP · Question 98 · Task 5: Plan and manage budget and resources

    A project manager is leading a project that requires specialized expertise that is not available within the current team. The organization has budget constraints that make hiring additional full-time staff difficult. The project timeline is tight, and the specialized work is needed soon. What should the project manager do FIRST?

    Answer options:

    A.

    Assess the specific expertise requirements and explore various sourcing options

    B.

    Request additional budget to hire full-time specialized staff

    C.

    Delay the project timeline to allow time for team members to develop the needed expertise

    D.

    Proceed without the specialized expertise and accept the associated risks

    How to approach this question

    When specialized expertise is needed, assess the specific requirements first to enable evaluation of various sourcing options within project constraints.

    Full Answer

    A.Assess the specific expertise requirements and explore various sourcing options✓ Correct
    Resource planning requires understanding specific expertise needs before evaluating sourcing options. This analysis enables informed decisions about contractors, consultants, training, or other alternatives within project constraints.

    Common mistakes

    Immediately requesting budget increases, delaying timelines, or accepting risks without exploring alternative sourcing approaches.
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