CAPM Predictive Plan-Based Methodologies Practice Question
During a predictive project, a team member reports that a critical path activity is behind schedule by two days. To recover the schedule, the project manager should first:
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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Perform schedule compression analysis
The first step is to analyze potential options for schedule compression before taking action.
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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Perform schedule compression analysis
Why this is correct
Correct: Analyzing compression options (fast-tracking, crashing) is the initial step.
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Fast-track the project
Why it's wrong here
Fast-tracking may introduce risk; analysis is needed first.
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Add resources to the critical path
Why it's wrong here
Crashing can be effective but should not be the first step without analysis.
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Accept the delay and update the baseline
Why it's wrong here
Acceptance should be a last resort after considering compression.
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