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A project team member is having difficulty delivering assigned tasks for a project that is at risk of being delayed. The main issue is that the team member does not understand a new system that was recently implemented.
What should the project manager do?

  • A. Ask the team member to learn the new system as on-the-job training.
  • B. Issue a change request to extend the project schedule.
  • C. Escalate the team member's performance to the project sponsor.
  • D. Assign an experienced resource to support the team member.
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Suggested Answer: D 🗳️

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WhiteTable
Highly Voted 1 year, 4 months ago
Option A: The project is at Risk of delay but has not been affected yet. Means there is still time for improvement. Cheapest and motivating team development method shall On Job training. Option D should be when dealing with impact of risk.
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sheilawu
10 months, 2 weeks ago
at risk is on the question, I think this should go for D
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Active_Learner420
Most Recent 4 days, 17 hours ago
Selected Answer: D
I'm a bit confused. Both A and D seem viable. My inclination is towards D, but I think A might be correct since it also mentions the 'risk of being delayed.' If an experienced resource supports a struggling team member, their work may also get delayed. Project will be in more risky. Just thoughts.
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MeekMan
1 week ago
Selected Answer: D
Assigning an experienced resource to support the team member allows for a proactive and immediate resolution of the problem. This helps the team member understand the new system more quickly and complete their tasks efficiently, thereby reducing the risk of project delays. This approach also promotes knowledge sharing and mentoring within the team
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Active_Learner420
4 days, 17 hours ago
Other side, experienced resource work will delay (assumption - he/she will not work overtime). Project gets more delay. JFYI-my answer too is D but I think A is correct in a given situation.
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fragar65
3 months, 1 week ago
Answer is D. As per PMBOK, Principle of Team, Stakeholder Engagement and Team Performance Domain and Principle of Leadership. The project is at risk of being delayed, so A is not the best choice.
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Sambhav
3 months, 1 week ago
Correct Answer: D Let's catch the keywords, question keywords: project is at risk. Now in option, B and C, keywords are extend date and esclate which should be the last resorts. Now we're left with only A and C viable option. Now if we go with Option A (Ask the team member to learn the new system as on-the-job training) could further delay the project and might not be effective without proper guidance or support. Assigning an experienced resource (Option D) ensures the team member gets the necessary help to complete tasks on time, without significantly impacting the project schedule.
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Hamiakz
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
D is correct.
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c041644
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: A
First step is to assess the situation.
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723b698
7 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: D
D is correct.
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Killah_B
7 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: D
Option D. The project is already at a high-risk of being delayed meaning there isn't time for the employee to learn the new system through on-the-job training. To ensure the project is not delayed and meets the deliverable deadline, assign an experienced resource to mentor and assist the employee. This could include teaching them the system while keeping the project on track.
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ompk
8 months ago
Option D is a no no. PM should not hire or request an experienced resource to train the new team member. Instead the PM should coach and mentor and provide training to the new hire.
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binize477
9 months, 1 week ago
The correct ans is D
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vinuuvasu
10 months, 1 week ago
Correct Answer A. Ask the team member to learn the new system as on-the-job training Like all others I also got fooled with option D. But the key is to understand what is On-The-Job Training. It means NEW employees learning SKILLS under supervision of GUIDE or MENTOR. Option D says experienced resource mentors the new employee. But Option A uses PMP terminology and this has mentoring involved in it.
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rarehunter5
10 months, 2 weeks ago
D. Assign an experienced resource to support the team member. Explanation: Assigning an experienced resource to support the team member who is struggling with understanding the new system is the most appropriate course of action. This approach enables the struggling team member to receive guidance, clarification, and hands-on assistance from someone who is knowledgeable about the new system. It can help alleviate the difficulties faced by the team member and ensure that the assigned tasks can be completed effectively. This option addresses the immediate issue while also leveraging the expertise within the project team to maintain progress and mitigate the risk of project delays.
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BuviD
1 year ago
Selected Answer: D
D. Assign an experienced resource to support the team member.
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Tony210
1 year, 1 month ago
Selected Answer: D
I say D; since they are "At risk" there isn't time for the team doesn't have the option to allow the resource to "learn on the job" and will need a more experienced person to come in and help get the newer resource up to speed and on track.
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Mamoonpk
1 year, 1 month ago
Selected Answer: D
Collaboration coaching is PMP guidelines
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ziyaetuk
1 year, 2 months ago
Selected Answer: D
Collaborative coaching...
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