ExpertPMP · Question 83 · Task 1: Plan and manage project compliance
A project manager is working on a compliance project where the regulatory requirements are complex and subject to interpretation. The legal team and the technical team have different interpretations of a key requirement, which is affecting the project approach. Both interpretations seem reasonable, but they lead to significantly different implementation strategies. What should the project manager do?
A project manager is working on a compliance project where the regulatory requirements are complex and subject to interpretation. The legal team and the technical team have different interpretations of a key requirement, which is affecting the project approach. Both interpretations seem reasonable, but they lead to significantly different implementation strategies. What should the project manager do?
Answer options:
Choose the legal team's interpretation since they are the compliance experts
Implement both interpretations to ensure compliance
Seek clarification from the regulatory agency on the specific requirement interpretation
Choose the interpretation that requires less project effort
How to approach this question
Full Answer
Common mistakes
Practice the full PMI PMP Practice Exam 2
100 questions · hints · full answers · grading