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Task 3: Evaluate and address external business environment changes for impact on scoperegulatory changesexternal environmentimpact assessmenthybrid methodology

PMP · Question 15 · Task 3: Evaluate and address external business environment changes for impact on scope

A software project team is using a hybrid approach where requirements are defined upfront but development occurs in two-week iterations. During the third iteration, new regulatory requirements emerge that affect the core functionality. What should the project manager do FIRST?

Answer options:

A.

Continue with the current iteration and address regulatory requirements in the next iteration

B.

Immediately stop all development work until the regulatory requirements are fully analyzed

C.

Assess the impact of the regulatory changes on current and planned work, then adjust the approach accordingly

D.

Escalate to the sponsor to decide whether to continue with the original requirements or adopt the new regulations

How to approach this question

Regulatory changes require immediate assessment but measured response. Determine impact before making decisions about work continuation or stoppage.

Full Answer

C.Assess the impact of the regulatory changes on current and planned work, then adjust the approach accordingly✓ Correct
C
External regulatory changes require immediate assessment to understand their impact on current and planned work before determining the appropriate response.

Common mistakes

Either ignoring regulatory changes by continuing current work, or overreacting by stopping all work without assessment.

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