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PMP · Question 08 · Task 10: Manage project changes

A key stakeholder requests a significant feature addition during the execution phase of a predictive project. The change would add substantial business value but would impact the timeline by 6 weeks and increase the budget by 15%. The stakeholder has significant organizational influence. What should the project manager do FIRST?

Answer options:

A.

Implement the change immediately to maintain the relationship with the influential stakeholder

B.

Reject the change request to protect the project baseline and original commitments

C.

Assess the impact on scope, schedule, and cost, then submit the request to the change control board

D.

Negotiate with the stakeholder to defer the change to a future project phase or release

How to approach this question

In predictive projects, always follow formal change control processes regardless of stakeholder influence. Proper impact assessment must precede any decisions.

Full Answer

C.Assess the impact on scope, schedule, and cost, then submit the request to the change control board✓ Correct
Effective change management requires following established processes regardless of stakeholder influence. Impact assessment provides the data needed for informed governance decisions.

Common mistakes

Students often choose immediate implementation (A) due to stakeholder influence, or negotiation (D) to avoid conflict, rather than following proper change control processes.

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