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    PracticePMI PMP®PMI PMP Practice Exam 5Question 26
    Hard1 markMultiple Choice
    Task 10: Manage project changeschange managementexternal changesimpact assessmentstakeholder decision making

    PMP · Question 26 · Task 10: Manage project changes

    During project execution, a major technology vendor announces they are discontinuing support for a key software component that the project depends on. This change was not anticipated and will require significant rework to implement an alternative solution. The change will impact scope, schedule, and budget. What should the project manager do FIRST?

    Answer options:

    A.

    Assess the full impact on project objectives and develop response options for stakeholder review

    B.

    Immediately begin researching alternative software solutions to minimize project delay

    C.

    Submit a change request to modify the project scope and timeline

    D.

    Escalate the issue to the sponsor and request guidance on how to proceed

    How to approach this question

    When major external changes occur, conduct comprehensive impact assessment and develop response options before implementing solutions or escalating.

    Full Answer

    A.Assess the full impact on project objectives and develop response options for stakeholder review✓ Correct
    Major external changes require systematic impact assessment across all project objectives and development of response options to enable informed stakeholder decision-making about project direction.

    Common mistakes

    Students often choose immediate action (B) or escalation (D) without recognizing the need for comprehensive impact assessment and option development first.
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