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PMP · Question 32 · Task 9: Collaborate with stakeholders

A project team member approaches the project manager with concerns about the ethical implications of a project deliverable. The team member believes the deliverable could be used in ways that violate the PMI Code of Ethics, specifically around fairness and honesty in how customer data will be used. The deliverable meets all technical requirements and client specifications. What should the project manager do?

Answer options:

A.

Continue with the deliverable since it meets all specified requirements

B.

Investigate the ethical concerns and discuss potential implications with relevant stakeholders

C.

Advise the team member to raise the concerns directly with the client

D.

Document the team member's concerns but proceed with the deliverable as planned

How to approach this question

The PMI Code of Ethics requires PMs to take ethical concerns seriously and investigate them, even when deliverables meet technical requirements.

Full Answer

B.Investigate the ethical concerns and discuss potential implications with relevant stakeholders✓ Correct
B
The PMI Code of Ethics requires project managers to uphold fairness and honesty. When ethical concerns are raised, PMs must investigate and engage stakeholders in discussions about implications, even if technical requirements are met.

Common mistakes

Focusing only on technical requirements, delegating ethical responsibility to others, or documenting without investigating ethical concerns.

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