Learn how to apply the change management process to deal with scope changes in PMP exam questions. Find out the correct answer and explanation for a sample question.
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Question
The scope of a project is to replace the street signs within a 10-km radius. The client does not want to sign the project closure report if the radius is not extended by 1 km, to be aligned with the council’s development plan.
What should the project manager do?
A. Delay the approval and ask the project sponsor for additional funding.
B. Contact the council and ask for their approval to extend the scope of the project.
C. Initiate a new project and discuss the request because it came in too late.
D. Obtain formal acceptance for the completed work and submit a change request.
Answer
D. Obtain formal acceptance for the completed work and submit a change request.
Explanation
The project manager should follow the change management process and obtain formal acceptance for the completed work as per the original scope. Then, the project manager should submit a change request for the additional scope and evaluate its impact on the project constraints. The other options are not appropriate because they either ignore the client’s request, violate the project agreement, or create unnecessary delays.
Reference
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