Exam PMP topic 1 question 144 discussion

D. Use a product backlog to manage changes. In a regulated environment where changes are expected, the project manager needs a tool that can provide visibility of regulatory constraints while allowing for flexibility. A product backlog is a tool commonly used in Agile project management that can meet this need. The product backlog is a dynamic list of prioritized requirements for the project, which can be adjusted and updated as needed. The backlog includes all features, functions, requirements, enhancements, and fixes that need to be delivered for the project. The project manager can use the product backlog to identify regulatory constraints and prioritize tasks accordingly, while also maintaining flexibility by allowing changes to be made as needed. The other options listed (burnup chart, burndown chart, and kanban board) can be useful tools in project management, but they do not specifically address the need for managing regulatory constraints while maintaining flexibility.

Option C is the right answer. Using a Kanban board is the most suitable choice for providing visibility of regulatory constraints while maintaining flexibility in a regulated environment. PMI Infinity AI says: While a product backlog is useful for managing changes and prioritizing tasks, it does not provide the same level of visibility, accountability, flexibility, and transparency as a Kanban board, which is crucial for managing a project in a regulated environment with changing constraints.

B. Use a burnup chart to provide transparency.

D. A product backlog is a prioritized list of features, requirements, enhancements, and fixes. It is inherently designed to be flexible, allowing items to be added, modified, or reprioritized as needed. By maintaining regulatory constraints as items in the product backlog, the project manager can ensure visibility for the PMO and also easily manage any changes or updates to those constraints as the regulated environment changes.

I think D is the most suited.

This is a tough PMP question which is why everyone got it wrong. hope it was removed from exam. My answer is B. a burnup chart. technically D and C. are the worst of the answers.

Question is regarding a Tool. Product Backlog is not a tool, its an artifact. However, Kanban is a tool which help to identify bottlenecks which is mentioned in the questions. Hence, the answer should be C.

Any changes or features should come directly from the product backlog. The Kanban board can help limit the WIP, but the feature will be pushed from the backlog. So D is correct in my opinion.

D. Use a product backlog to manage changes

because the question talks about some flexibility (which can lead to changes)

It is C... Kanban board gives transparency.

The question and provided answers are not clear

The backlog is continuously updated as new requirements emerge or existing ones change. The project manager can use the product backlog to manage changes and ensure that the project team is aware of the regulatory constraints. By keeping the product backlog updated, the project manager can maintain flexibility and adjust the project's scope to accommodate regulatory changes.

I voted C but not sure if it's correct. I don't think I understand the question enough to answer appropriately.

I dont understand the question help.