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Task 17: Plan and manage project/phase closure or transitionsproject closureclosure checklistsystematic closureproject completion

PMP · Question 33 · Task 17: Plan and manage project/phase closure or transitions

A project is approaching completion, and the project manager is preparing for project closure. The deliverables have been accepted by the customer, but there are still some outstanding vendor invoices, team members need to be released to other projects, and lessons learned need to be captured. The sponsor is eager to officially close the project. What should the project manager do FIRST?

Answer options:

A.

Develop a closure checklist to ensure all closure activities are completed systematically

B.

Release team members to other projects since the deliverables have been accepted

C.

Focus on resolving the outstanding vendor invoices to close the financial aspects

D.

Proceed with official project closure since the customer has accepted the deliverables

How to approach this question

Project closure requires systematic completion of all closure activities. Develop a comprehensive approach before executing individual closure tasks.

Full Answer

A.Develop a closure checklist to ensure all closure activities are completed systematically✓ Correct
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Effective project closure requires systematic completion of all closure activities including financial, administrative, resource, and knowledge management tasks. A closure checklist ensures nothing is missed.

Common mistakes

Students often choose immediate action on specific closure activities (B or C) or premature official closure (D), missing the need for systematic closure planning.

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