PK0-005 Project Life Cycle Practice Question
During project execution, a team member proposes a change that will affect the scope baseline. What is the first step the project manager should take?
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Why each option matters
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Submit a change request
The first step in change control is to submit a change request, which then undergoes impact analysis.
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Inform the change control board
Why it's wrong here
The CCB reviews the change request after impact analysis.
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Submit a change request
Why this is correct
A formal change request initiates the change control process.
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Update the project management plan
Why it's wrong here
Updates occur only after approval.
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Deny the change
Why it's wrong here
Changes should be formally evaluated, not immediately denied.
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