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PK0-005 Practice Question: A project to implement a new CRM system is behind…
A project to implement a new CRM system is behind schedule due to unexpected technical issues. The project manager decides to fast-track the project by overlapping phases. Which risk is most likely to occur?
⚠ Common exam trap
The PK0-005 exam often tests the distinction between fast-tracking and crashing; the trap here is that candidates confuse the primary risk of fast-tracking (rework) with the primary risk of crashing (increased cost), leading them to incorrectly select increased cost due to overtime.
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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Rework because of incomplete deliverables
Fast-tracking involves overlapping project phases that were originally planned to be sequential. When phases are overlapped, a downstream phase may begin before the deliverables from the preceding phase are fully complete and verified. This increases the probability that incomplete or unvalidated work will need to be redone, leading to rework. In a CRM system implementation, for example, starting the configuration phase before requirements are fully signed off often results in costly reconfiguration later.
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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Resource conflicts
Why it's wrong here
Resource conflicts are more typical of crashing, not fast-tracking.
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Rework because of incomplete deliverables
Why this is correct
Fast-tracking increases risk of rework since activities are overlapped and may not be fully completed.
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Decreased stakeholder satisfaction
Why it's wrong here
Stakeholder satisfaction may be affected but is not the primary risk.
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Increased cost due to overtime
Why it's wrong here
Cost increase is possible but not the most likely risk; rework is more common with fast-tracking.
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