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PMP · Question 27 · Task 8: Plan and manage scope
A stakeholder directly asks a team member to add a small feature. The team member adds it because it only takes 2 hours. This is an example of:
A stakeholder directly asks a team member to add a small feature. The team member adds it because it only takes 2 hours. This is an example of:
Answer options:
A.
Progressive Elaboration
B.
Scope Creep
C.
Gold Plating
D.
Agile Adaptation
How to approach this question
Identify uncontrolled change. Differentiate Creep (requested) vs Gold Plating (volunteered).
Full Answer
B.Scope Creep✓ Correct
Scope creep occurs when scope changes bypass the formal change control process. Even small changes accumulate.
Common mistakes
Confusing Scope Creep with Gold Plating (Gold plating originates from the team wanting to impress, Creep usually originates from outside requests bypassing process).
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