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Actual exam question from PMI's PMP
Question #: 470
Topic #: 1
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One of the main inputs required for a deliverable is missing due to a miscommunication between the vendor and project manager. Because of the missed deliverable, the critical path of the project is extended.
What should the project manager do next?

  • A. Start an audit of the vendor's processes and procedures
  • B. Review lessons learned from previous projects with this vendor
  • C. Make a detailed analysis on vendor issues during the project
  • D. Execute a contingency plan to address the issue with the vendor
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Suggested Answer: D 🗳️
by PMPStudent at Dec. 18, 2022, 8:34 a.m.

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23169fd
1 month ago
Selected Answer: D
Addressing the Immediate Impact: Since the missing input has extended the critical path, the project manager needs to act quickly to mitigate the impact on the project's schedule. A contingency plan should have been developed during the risk management process to address potential vendor-related issues. Executing the contingency plan will help reduce the delay and bring the project back on track.
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Kim222
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: C
Do the analysis first...
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Bruce_Liu
10 months ago
Selected Answer: D
Direct and first step would be D, others are in-depth analysis which could come later.
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Only12go
1 year, 1 month ago
Selected Answer: D
The most immediate and relevant action the project manager should take when a critical path is extended due to a missed deliverable is to address the issue directly and mitigate the impact. Option D, "Execute a contingency plan to address the issue with the vendor," offers a direct way to handle the problem. Contingency plans are created for situations like these where unexpected issues arise, so it's best to utilize them to get the project back on track. Thus, the correct answer is: D. Execute a contingency plan to address the issue with the vendor.
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adingmaki
1 year, 1 month ago
they both messed up due to communications. not just cause of vendor issues. choose D.
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victory108
1 year, 2 months ago
Selected Answer: D
D. Execute a contingency plan to address the issue with the vendor
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kevzzz
1 year, 3 months ago
Selected Answer: D
A contingency plan is a backup plan designed to address unexpected events or risks that could impact the project's timeline, budget, or quality. A contingency plan is typically implemented when a specific risk event occurs, and it outlines a series of actions to be taken to mitigate the impact of the event.
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kevzzz
1 year, 3 months ago
Miscommunication between the vendor and project manager... They both messed up so you need to come up with a contingency plan for better communication.
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cwilson91
1 year, 5 months ago
Selected Answer: D
D makes sense to me: Executing a contingency plan involves taking proactive measures to minimize the impact of the issue and find alternative solutions. This could include identifying alternative sources for the missing input, revising the project schedule and dependencies, adjusting resource allocation, or finding workarounds to keep the project progressing despite the setback.
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cwilson91
1 year, 4 months ago
Changing my answer to C - contingency plans are built off of identified risks. In this case, the risk wasn't previously identified.
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JYKL88
1 year, 6 months ago
Selected Answer: D
will go with D
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JYKL88
1 year, 6 months ago
reason is purely because it is affecting the critical path, so do you still have time to go through audit and lesson learn to rectify the issue? i dont think so. I would rather go with contingency plan to resolve the issue ASAP
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MaiaM
1 year, 6 months ago
Why not A?
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MaiaM
1 year, 6 months ago
1. Lessons learned are before project starts, so this should have been done. 2. Make a detailed analysis on vendor issues during the project- why for one issue we should do this. This could be the first or only one, not enough info 3. Execute a contingency plan to address the issue with the vendor- could be but we are missing information. If only after vendor provide the input we can continue, then there is no contingency. Considering we might be relaying on this vendor this twisted questions points to A. We should check their process of why we have not received on time the required input. If their process have stopped somewhere this can show where the issue is, to make it moving and to resolve this for future collaborations with the Vendor I might be totally wrong. What do you think?
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Jamrock
1 year, 3 months ago
you are totally wrong. A is one of the worst answers to select. it is an issue of communication between you and the vendor. the next best thing is come up with a plan in case critical path delays a milestone or project as a whole. Answer D.
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snagile
1 year, 6 months ago
Selected Answer: D
I guess D. Action has to be taken on how to get it resolved. So contigency plan
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GeneralZod
1 year, 7 months ago
D. Execute a contingency plan to address the issue with the vendor. When a critical input required for a deliverable is missing due to a miscommunication between the vendor and project manager, it is important for the project manager to act quickly to minimize the impact on the project schedule. The project manager should work with the vendor to identify the cause of the miscommunication and develop a plan to obtain the missing input as soon as possible. The contingency plan should include clear communication and coordination between the project manager and the vendor, with defined actions and deadlines to obtain the missing input.
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modsjunk
1 year, 11 months ago
Selected Answer: C
I would choose C - RCA. It doesnt matter for lesson learnt anymore because it had already happened. if there was historical record and this is a new proj with the same vendor, then B would be the answer
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PMPStudent
1 year, 11 months ago
Selected Answer: B
I think it is B
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