- A
Inform the executive that this violates the change control process and ignore the change
Why wrong: This is wrong because ignoring the change without documentation sets a bad precedent and bypasses change control.
- B
Remove the new feature from the product
Why wrong: This is wrong because removing the new feature without assessment may cause rework and stakeholder dissatisfaction.
- C
Ask the executive to reverse the change immediately
Why wrong: This is wrong because asking the executive to reverse immediately may damage the relationship and does not address the need for formal assessment.
- D
Document the change and submit a retroactive change request to the change control board
This is correct. The project manager should document the change and submit a retroactive change request to the change control board to formally assess the impact and validate the work.
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.
During a project status meeting, an executive stakeholder informs the team that they have instructed a developer to add a new feature to the product without going through the change control process. The developer has already completed the work. What should the project manager do 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
Document the change and submit a retroactive change request to the change control board
Option D is correct. The project manager should document the change and submit a retroactive change request to the change control board to formally assess the impact and validate the work. This ensures proper governance while acknowledging the completed work. Option A is wrong because ignoring the change without documentation sets a bad precedent and bypasses change control. Option B is wrong because removing the new feature without assessment may cause rework and stakeholder dissatisfaction. Option C is wrong because asking the executive to reverse immediately may damage the relationship and does not address the need for formal assessment.
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.
- ✗
Inform the executive that this violates the change control process and ignore the change
Why it's wrong here
This is wrong because ignoring the change without documentation sets a bad precedent and bypasses change control.
- ✗
Remove the new feature from the product
Why it's wrong here
This is wrong because removing the new feature without assessment may cause rework and stakeholder dissatisfaction.
- ✗
Ask the executive to reverse the change immediately
Why it's wrong here
This is wrong because asking the executive to reverse immediately may damage the relationship and does not address the need for formal assessment.
- ✓
Document the change and submit a retroactive change request to the change control board
Why this is correct
This is correct. The project manager should document the change and submit a retroactive change request to the change control board to formally assess the impact and validate the work.
Related concept
Change Control Process
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
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
- Retroactive 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: Document the change and submit a retroactive change request to the change control board — Option D is correct. The project manager should document the change and submit a retroactive change request to the change control board to formally assess the impact and validate the work. This ensures proper governance while acknowledging the completed work. Option A is wrong because ignoring the change without documentation sets a bad precedent and bypasses change control. Option B is wrong because removing the new feature without assessment may cause rework and stakeholder dissatisfaction. Option C is wrong because asking the executive to reverse immediately may damage the relationship and does not address the need for formal assessment.
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.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Change Control Process
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