PMI Exam PMP Topic 1 Question 95 Discussion

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Question #: 95
Topic #: 1

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In an agile environment, a project is running iteration four out of six. A team member leaves the company with no replacement.

What should the project manager do?

AUpdate the issue log and refer to the resource management plan to address the situation.

BAsk the team for extra work to fulfill the project commitment.

CReduce the scope of the project and inform stakeholders.

DAsk the sponsor for an experienced team member in the company to help the project team.

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Suggested Answer: A

According to the PMBOK Guide, an issue log is a project document that records problems in a project and how they are resolved. A resource management plan is a component of the project management plan that describes how resources will be estimated, acquired, developed, managed, and controlled. When a team member leaves the company, the project manager should update the issue log with the details of the problem and the impact on the project. Then, the project manager should refer to the resource management plan to find out how to deal with the resource gap, such as reassigning tasks, hiring a new team member, or requesting additional resources from the sponsor or other stakeholders.

PMBOK Guide, 6th edition, pages 89-90, 318-319, 374-375

Agile Practice Guide, pages 32-33, 77-78

by Jutta at Jan 14, 2025, 01:40 PM

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Zana

7 days ago

If the project manager asks the team for extra work (option B), they'd better start looking for a new job. That's a surefire way to lose your team and derail the project.

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Virgie

8 days ago

I'm surprised option A is even an option. Updating the issue log is great, but it doesn't actually solve the problem of a missing team member. The project manager needs to take action, not just document the issue.

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Eric

14 days ago

Option B is a terrible idea. Asking the team for extra work is just going to burn them out. The project manager should be finding ways to ease the burden, not add to it.

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Trinidad

10 days ago

A) Update the issue log and refer to the resource management plan to address the situation.

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Cristy

23 days ago

I believe asking the sponsor for an experienced team member would also be a good option to consider.

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Leila

23 days ago

I'd go with option D. Bringing in an experienced team member from the company is the smartest move. The project team needs all the help they can get to stay on track.

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Jesusita

6 days ago

A) Update the issue log and refer to the resource management plan to address the situation.

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Lilli

9 days ago

D) Ask the sponsor for an experienced team member in the company to help the project team.

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Belen

1 months ago

I agree with Vivan. It's important to address the situation according to the plan.

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Felicitas

1 months ago

Option C is the way to go. Reducing scope is the best approach when you lose a team member. Stakeholders need to be informed, and the project can be adjusted accordingly.

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