CAPM Practice Question: Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts
During the project kickoff meeting, a key stakeholder expresses concerns about the project scope. What should the project manager do 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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Review the requirements documentation with the stakeholder.
The first step is to clarify scope concerns by reviewing requirements with the stakeholder. Option A is wrong because updating the charter is not the immediate action. Option C is wrong because escalation is premature. Option D is wrong because ignoring concerns can lead to issues later.
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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Proceed as planned since the scope was already approved.
Why it's wrong here
Ignoring stakeholder concerns may lead to resistance or future changes.
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Review the requirements documentation with the stakeholder.
Why this is correct
Clarifying requirements addresses the stakeholder's concerns directly.
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Update the project charter to reflect the stakeholder's concerns.
Why it's wrong here
Updating the charter is not the first step; concerns should be understood first.
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Escalate the issue to the project sponsor.
Why it's wrong here
Escalation is premature before understanding the concern.
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