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CAPM Predictive Plan-Based Methodologies Practice Question
A software development project is using a predictive approach with a detailed project schedule based on the critical path method (CPM). The project is currently in the execution phase. The team reports that a critical task (Task X) is two weeks behind schedule. Task X has a total float of 0 and has two immediate successors: Task Y and Task Z, both of which are also on the critical path. The project manager has the ability to add resources to overlapping tasks. The project sponsor is concerned about the schedule delay and wants a recovery plan. The project manager needs to determine the best course of action to get the project back on track without impacting quality or budget excessively.
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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Crash Task X by adding more resources to complete it faster.
Crashing Task X by adding resources is the most effective way to compress the schedule of a critical path task with zero float, directly addressing the two-week delay without altering scope or re-baselining. Fast-tracking successors (option D) risks rework and does not reduce the duration of Task X itself. Reducing scope (option A) compromises requirements, and re-baselining (option B) accepts the delay rather than recovering it. Therefore, option C is correct.
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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Reduce the scope of Task X to meet the original deadline.
Why it's wrong here
Reducing scope requires formal change control and may not be accepted.
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Re-baseline the schedule to reflect the delay and inform the sponsor.
Why it's wrong here
Re-baselining is a last resort and does not actively recover the schedule.
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Crash Task X by adding more resources to complete it faster.
Why this is correct
Crashing is appropriate for critical path tasks to reduce duration with additional resources.
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Fast-track the successors by starting them as soon as possible even if the predecessor is incomplete.
Why it's wrong here
Fast-tracking introduces risk of rework and may not be effective if the predecessor is critical.
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Last reviewed: Jun 24, 2026
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