Hard1 markMultiple Choice
Task 14: Promote team performance through the application of emotional intelligenceemotional intelligencesocial awarenessrelationship managementteam support

PMP · Question 14 · Task 14: Promote team performance through the application of emotional intelligence

A project manager notices that a typically collaborative team member has become withdrawn and defensive during recent team meetings. Their communication style has shifted from open to guarded, and they seem stressed. What should the project manager do FIRST to apply emotional intelligence?

Answer options:

A.

Address the behavioral change directly in the next team meeting to clear the air

B.

Ignore the behavior change since it may be temporary and personal

C.

Observe the team member's emotional state more closely and have a private, empathetic conversation

D.

Assign the team member less challenging work to reduce their stress level

How to approach this question

Look for responses that demonstrate the four components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.

Full Answer

C.Observe the team member's emotional state more closely and have a private, empathetic conversation✓ Correct
C
Emotional intelligence involves noticing emotional changes in others (social awareness) and responding appropriately to build and maintain relationships (relationship management).

Common mistakes

Ignoring emotional cues, making assumptions about causes, or responding in ways that could damage relationships or psychological safety.

Practice the full PMI PMP Practice Exam 6

100 questions · hints · full answers · grading

More questions from this exam