Exam PMP topic 1 question 565 discussion

why not A ?

C. Escalate this issue to the project sponsor and ask for support in obtaining final stakeholder acceptance

should esclate given this scenario

Escalate this issue to the project sponsor and ask for support in obtaining final stakeholder acceptance, is the best course of action for the project manager in this situation. The project sponsor is the ultimate authority on the project and has the power to resolve any issues related to the project. The project manager should explain the situation to the project sponsor and seek their support in obtaining final stakeholder acceptance. This may involve the sponsor intervening directly with the stakeholder or helping the project manager to develop a plan to address the stakeholder's concerns. The other options, such as persuading the stakeholder or obtaining acceptance from another stakeholder, may not be effective in addressing the root cause of the problem and may compromise the project's success in the long term.

You should never escalate. The answer should be to use emotional intelligence. It is the most essential skill a PM should possess to solve issues and to understand others.

Option C is the best approach for the project manager to handle the situation. By escalating the issue to the project sponsor and asking for support in obtaining final stakeholder acceptance, the project manager can get help in resolving the issue and moving the project forward. Option A may not be the best approach as emotional intelligence skills alone may not be enough to persuade the stakeholder to accept the deliverables. It is important to identify and address the specific reasons why the stakeholder is reluctant to accept the deliverables, which may require additional communication and negotiation.

Why not A ? Escalating to sponsor should be the last thing.

why not A?