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Actual exam question from PMI's PMP
Question #: 853
Topic #: 1
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While creating the work breakdown structure (WBS) with the team, the project manager highlights that the customer requested a proof of concept and will only continue the project based on the results of the proof of concept. A key team member insists that since this customer has a history of requesting proof of concepts and continuing with the projects, the team needs to plan for the whole project, not just the proof of concept.

What should the project manager do?

  • A. Instruct the team member to continue with the current work.
  • B. Evaluate the scope of work as described in the project charter.
  • C. Implement the 100% rule for creating the WBS.
  • D. Validate with the team member, and create a WBS for the entire project.
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Suggested Answer: B 🗳️

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Kim222
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: B
The project charter is a document that contains the initial definition and key requirements of the project. This choice ensures that the proof of concept is a core requirement for the project and allows you to reevaluate the scope of work.
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josephsafiran
10 months ago
Selected Answer: B
The project manager should B. Evaluate the scope of work as described in the project charter. The project charter is a key document that outlines the scope, objectives, and stakeholders of the project. It provides a high-level overview of the project and serves as a point of reference throughout its lifecycle. If there’s a disagreement about the scope of the project, the project manager should refer back to the project charter. This can help clarify what has been agreed upon and guide the creation of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
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Abdelmonm
10 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: D
The team member's input is valuable, and it's important to consider their perspective. If there is historical evidence that the customer typically proceeds with projects after proof of concepts, it might be reasonable to plan for the entire project. Validating with the team member involves understanding their concerns and ensuring that their insights are taken into account in the decision-making process. Creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for the entire project aligns with a comprehensive project planning approach. It allows the team to visualize and organize all the work packages and deliverables associated with the entire project scope.
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xcjxcj
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Selected Answer: C
Poc itself is a project? Then should focus on poc using 100% rule, ignore the team member as it is not confirmed.
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cb4a6c4
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
It is D. Question clearly mentions about the history of the customer, jt makes more sense to plan for the entire project as a proactive approach.
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Only12go
1 year, 1 month ago
Selected Answer: B
The project charter serves as a formal document that provides an overview and authorization for the project, including its scope, objectives, and stakeholders. Before making any decisions about expanding the planning beyond the initially agreed scope, the project manager should refer back to the project charter. This ensures that the project remains aligned with its original objectives and any authorized changes. In this scenario, if the charter only mentions the proof of concept, then the planning should be limited to that. Conversely, if the charter includes the entire project, then it would be appropriate to consider broader planning. Thus, evaluating the scope as described in the project charter ensures that the planning aligns with the agreed-upon directives and reduces potential scope creep.
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