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PK0-005 Practice Question: A project manager is reviewing lessons learned…
A project manager is reviewing lessons learned from a previous similar project. That project suffered from frequent requirement changes that caused schedule delays and cost overruns. What should the project manager do to mitigate this risk on the current project?
⚠ Common exam trap
CompTIA often tests the misconception that preventing all changes or reducing stakeholder involvement is effective risk mitigation, when the correct approach is to manage changes through a structured, approved process rather than avoid or suppress them.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Implement a robust change control process and ensure all changes are reviewed by the change control board.
Implementing a robust change control process with a change control board (CCB) ensures that all requirement changes are formally reviewed, approved, and documented before being incorporated. This directly addresses the risk of frequent, uncontrolled changes that caused schedule delays and cost overruns in the previous project, aligning with the PMBOK Guide's integrated change control process.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Proceed without changes since the lessons learned may not apply to this project.
Why it's wrong here
Ignoring lessons learned increases risk of repeating issues.
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Minimize stakeholder involvement to reduce the number of change requests.
Why it's wrong here
Reducing stakeholder involvement can lead to unmet expectations.
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Develop a rigid schedule that does not allow any changes to requirements.
Why it's wrong here
Rigidity may cause resistance or miss critical changes.
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Implement a robust change control process and ensure all changes are reviewed by the change control board.
Why this is correct
Change control manages changes systematically, reducing negative impacts.
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