PMI Exam PgMP Topic 1 Question 79 Discussion

Actual exam question for PMI's PgMP exam

Question #: 79
Topic #: 1

A biometrics firm has a facial recognition program with multiple components and project managers. The

project manager from the mobile device division escalates a vendor-related risk to the program manager. After assessing the risk, the program manager determines that this risk may impact other projects within the program. However, this risk has a low degree of impact and probability of occurring.

What should the program manager do first?

AObtain a risk reserve from the executive sponsor, and execute a contingency plan.

BCommunicate the risk to all project managers to manage at the component level.

CAdd the risk details and analysis to the program risk register.

DBrainstorm with the project manager to develop an appropriate risk response.

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Suggested Answer: C

by Bettina at May 31, 2024, 07:46 PM

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Alberta

7 months ago

C is the way to go. Documenting the risk is the first step, and it's better than just throwing money at the problem.

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Nelida

6 months ago

Agreed, documenting the risk is important before taking any further action.

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Nydia

6 months ago

I think we should add the risk details to the program risk register.

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Barabara

7 months ago

I'll have to go with C. Putting the risk details in the register is the smart move, and it's probably the least amount of work too.

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Valentin

7 months ago

B seems like the logical choice. Communicating the risk to all project managers will help them manage it at the component level.

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Rutha

6 months ago

It's important to keep everyone informed and involved in managing the risk.

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Jettie

6 months ago

Agreed, that way they can manage it at the component level.

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Sherman

7 months ago

I think we should communicate the risk to all project managers.

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Suzan

8 months ago

I agree with Nikita. It's important to document the risk analysis for future reference.

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Lucille

8 months ago

D is the way to go. Collaborating with the project manager to develop a response is crucial in this situation.

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Daniela

7 months ago

Working together to develop a response will help mitigate the impact of the risk.

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Benton

7 months ago

I think it's important to have a detailed risk response plan in place.

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France

7 months ago

Agreed, collaborating with the project manager is key in addressing the risk.

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Nikita

8 months ago

I think the program manager should add the risk details to the program risk register.

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Portia

8 months ago

I think C is the correct answer. Documenting the risk in the program risk register is the first step before taking any other action.

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Kenneth

6 months ago

Yes, it's essential to have all risks documented in one central location for better visibility and control.

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Kyoko

7 months ago

I agree, documenting the risk in the program risk register is important for tracking and managing.

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Johana

7 months ago

Yes, it's important to have a centralized place where all risks are recorded and analyzed.

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Gracia

7 months ago

Once it's in the risk register, we can then decide on the best course of action to address it.

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Donette

7 months ago

I agree, documenting the risk in the program risk register is crucial for tracking and managing it.

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Lemuel

7 months ago

I agree, documenting the risk in the program risk register is crucial for tracking and managing it.

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