CAPM Predictive Plan-Based Methodologies Practice Question
During the execution phase of a predictive project, the team discovers that a key deliverable does not meet the acceptance criteria defined in the project management plan. What is the FIRST step the project manager should take?
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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Initiate a change request
The first step is to initiate a change request to correct the defect, as changes to deliverables require formal change control. Updating the risk register or re-baselining without change authorization is incorrect. Root cause analysis may follow but is not the immediate first step.
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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Re-baseline the schedule
Why it's wrong here
Re-baselining without change control is not permitted; schedule changes require a change request.
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Conduct a root cause analysis
Why it's wrong here
Root cause analysis is important but should occur after the issue is formally logged and evaluated.
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Initiate a change request
Why this is correct
A change request is necessary to formally address the defect and obtain approval for corrective action.
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Update the risk register
Why it's wrong here
Updating the risk register is not the first step; the issue should be addressed via a change request.
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