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Question #: 857
Topic #: 1
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A project manager is leading a project when a major crisis suddenly causes an economic downturn, which may threaten the project outcome. What should the project manager do?

  • A. Update the project charter and benefits management plan with the current realities.
  • B. Create a proposal suggesting that the project sponsor terminate the project.
  • C. Reallocate some project resources to other assignments in the organization.
  • D. Document the new risks in the project benefits management plan and risk management plan.
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Suggested Answer: B 🗳️

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MidoGr
1 month, 1 week ago
anyone choose D shoudnt take the exam, Document the new risks in risk register, not risk management plan
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buvana
6 months, 1 week ago
D is wrong - A is right. "Update the project charter and benefits management plan with the current realities." It involves updating essential project documents to reflect the changed circumstances comprehensively. This helps in ensuring that the project remains on track and continues to deliver value despite external challenges.
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YUCHAN2022
7 months, 2 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
D is correct.
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Abdelmonm
8 months ago
Selected Answer: D
In the face of a major crisis and economic downturn, it's important to assess and document the potential risks to the project. Documenting these risks in the project benefits management plan and risk management plan enables the project manager to understand the potential impacts on project outcomes and develop appropriate risk response strategies. It provides a basis for informed decision-making and proactive management of challenges that may arise due to the economic downturn.
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chlaithem
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
This option emphasizes comprehensive analysis and proactive risk management. By: Documenting new risks: Identifying and analyzing the potential impact of the economic downturn on the project's financial viability, timeline, and deliverables is crucial for informed decision-making. Updating the benefits management plan: Revising the expected benefits in light of the new context ensures stakeholder alignment and prioritizes projects with continued strategic value. Developing mitigation strategies: Proactively devising alternative approaches, cost-saving measures, or contingency plans demonstrates leadership and a commitment to project success despite the challenges.
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Waynelau
8 months, 4 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
Should be D. "may threaten" mean not 100% negative, PM should not recommend to stop the project.
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Hanbyul
9 months, 4 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
D. Document the new risks in the project benefits management plan and risk management plan.
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kevzzz
11 months ago
Selected Answer: D
The issue is a risk
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Only12go
11 months ago
Selected Answer: D
D. Document the new risks in the project benefits management plan and risk management plan.
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adingmaki
11 months, 2 weeks ago
D. Anyone who didn't pick D should NOT TAKE THE EXAM.
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Elle2busy
11 months, 3 weeks ago
This is scary...has anyone written the exam and used only the answers provided by Exam topics and passed?
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adingmaki
11 months, 2 weeks ago
This site just updates the questions but not answers. Some questions are common sense. But you will still see some people actually voting on the incorrect answer. relying only here and chat GPT
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ParthaPinku
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Document new risks in Risk management plan?
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AngelVii
1 year ago
Selected Answer: D
I choose D
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SynikalDemon
1 year ago
Selected Answer: D
D for sure.
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Inzaghi78
1 year ago
D this is a risk and should be recorded first
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khaleghi
1 year ago
Selected Answer: D
D. Document the new risks in the project benefits management plan and risk management plan.
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TestNick001
1 year ago
should be D - "may threaten"
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