PMP Practice Question: Business Environment: strategy and project benefits
A project manager is leading a project that has a change request that would affect the critical path. The change request has been approved. Which TWO actions should the PM take next?
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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Update the project management plan to reflect the approved change
Option C is correct because once a change request is approved through Integrated Change Management, the project management plan — including baselines such as scope, schedule, and cost — must be updated to reflect the approved change, especially since it affects the critical path. Option E is correct because the approved change must be communicated to relevant stakeholders so they understand the impact on the schedule and can adjust their work accordingly. Option A is not the immediate next step; lessons learned are typically updated at project closure or when significant knowledge is gained, not as the direct action after approval. Option B is incorrect because changes should be implemented through the proper change control process, not simply immediately upon approval. Option D is incorrect because updating only the change log is insufficient; the change log records the status of the change, but the plan and stakeholder communication must also be addressed.
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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Update the lessons learned repository
Why it's wrong here
Lessons learned are captured throughout the project, but this is not the next immediate action.
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Implement the change immediately
Why it's wrong here
Implementation should be done after updating plans and communicating.
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Update the project management plan to reflect the approved change
Why this is correct
The PM must update all relevant baselines and plans.
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Update the change log only
Why it's wrong here
While the change log should be updated, it is not sufficient; the plan must also be updated.
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Communicate the change to relevant stakeholders
Why this is correct
Stakeholders need to be informed of approved changes.
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Key term
Team Building
Team building is the process of creating a cohesive group of people who work together effectively toward a shared goal.
Key term
Organizational Change Management
Organizational Change Management (OCM) is the structured approach to preparing, supporting, and guiding people through changes in an organization to ensure lasting success.
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