- A
Submit a change request with the impact analysis to the change control board for approval
All changes must go through integrated change control; the PM documents the impact and seeks approval.
- B
Instruct the team to begin the additional testing immediately to ensure compliance
Why wrong: Implementing changes without approval bypasses change control, even for regulatory requirements.
- C
Inform the sponsor that the project will be delayed and request more budget
Why wrong: While communication is good, the formal process requires a change request first.
- D
Update the risk register and issue log to reflect the new regulation
Why wrong: Updating logs is important but not the first step; the change must be formally processed.
Question 640 of 892
PMP Change Control Process Practice Question
This PMP practice question tests your understanding of process — managing technical aspects. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. A key principle to apply: change Control Process. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
You are managing a pharmaceutical research project that is subject to strict regulatory compliance. Mid-project, a new regulation requires additional testing that will add 4 weeks to the schedule and $50,000 in costs. The sponsor is anxious about the delay. What should you do FIRST?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"first"Why it matters: Order matters here. You are being tested on which action comes before the others — not which action is generally useful.
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
✓
Submit a change request with the impact analysis to the change control board for approval
The correct first step is to submit a change request with impact analysis to the change control board (CCB). This follows the formal change control process, which is required when a new regulation introduces scope, schedule, or cost changes. The sponsor's anxiety should be addressed after the impact is formally assessed and approved.
Key principle: Change Control Process
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✓
Submit a change request with the impact analysis to the change control board for approval
Why this is correct
All changes must go through integrated change control; the PM documents the impact and seeks approval.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "first" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Change Control Process
- ✗
Instruct the team to begin the additional testing immediately to ensure compliance
Why it's wrong here
Implementing changes without approval bypasses change control, even for regulatory requirements.
- ✗
Inform the sponsor that the project will be delayed and request more budget
Why it's wrong here
While communication is good, the formal process requires a change request first.
- ✗
Update the risk register and issue log to reflect the new regulation
Why it's wrong here
Updating logs is important but not the first step; the change must be formally processed.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap is that you might think to immediately start work to ensure compliance (option B) or to inform the sponsor first (option C), but the correct sequence under PMBOK is to first analyze the impact and follow the defined change control process.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Change Control Process
- Impact Analysis
- Change Request
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Change Control Process
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the PMP exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Change Control Process Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this PMP question test?
Process — Managing Technical Aspects — This question tests Process — Managing Technical Aspects — Change Control Process.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Submit a change request with the impact analysis to the change control board for approval — The correct first step is to submit a change request with impact analysis to the change control board (CCB). This follows the formal change control process, which is required when a new regulation introduces scope, schedule, or cost changes. The sponsor's anxiety should be addressed after the impact is formally assessed and approved.
What should I do if I get this PMP question wrong?
Review change Control Process, then practise related PMP questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "first". Order matters here. You are being tested on which action comes before the others — not which action is generally useful.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Change Control Process
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