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Question #: 217
Topic #: 1
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A subject matter expert (SME) external to the project team provides a suggestion that will save the project delivery time. This SME has available time to support the project, but was not planned to be involved in the current agile iteration.
What should the project manager do?

  • A. Bring the SME on board immediately and discuss the implications later.
  • B. Ask the existing team members to collaborate with the SME and complete the activity.
  • C. Ask the SME to complete all of the necessary changes, which will save time.
  • D. Direct the team member to ignore the SME's changes as they were not planned.
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Suggested Answer: B 🗳️

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betterthanyesterday
1 week, 6 days ago
Selected Answer: D
A. Bring the SME on board immediately and discuss the implications later. B. Ask the existing team members to collaborate with the SME and complete the activity. What is different between A and B? Is it okay to get him involved even though it's outside the plan?
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victory108
5 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: B
B. Ask the existing team members to collaborate with the SME and complete the activity
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Alizade
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: B
The project manager should consider option B. Ask the existing team members to collaborate with the SME and complete the activity. This approach leverages the SME's expertise while maintaining the team's involvement, ensuring that the team understands the changes being made and can incorporate them effectively. The project manager should also discuss the implications of involving the SME with the team and stakeholders to ensure that everyone is on the same page and that the project continues to progress smoothly.
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Nickybhai
1 year, 3 months ago
why not A?
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1 year, 2 months ago
It doesn't sound like "bringing them on board" is the PM's call. Collaborating is a better option.
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alltaken
1 year ago
"discuss the implications later" is a No-No in PMP. Since Agile is "self-manage", there is no harm telling the team to consult the SME what idea he/she can offer.
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