PK0-005 Project Management Concepts Practice Question
During project execution, a stakeholder requests additional features that were not in the original scope. The project manager identifies this as scope creep. What is the best action for the project manager to take?
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Evaluate the impact and submit a change request
Scope creep should be managed through the formal change control process. The PM should assess impact and follow the process.
Answer analysis
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Add the features immediately to satisfy the stakeholder
Why it's wrong here
Adding without analysis can cause schedule and cost overruns.
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Inform the sponsor and ask for direction
Why it's wrong here
The PM should take the lead and initiate the change control process.
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Evaluate the impact and submit a change request
Why this is correct
This follows proper change management.
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Reject the request outright
Why it's wrong here
Rejecting without evaluation may alienate stakeholders.
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