PMP Practice Question 1988 - Business Environment
A department lead requested additional items be included in the project during the execution phase. Their acceptance is mandatory before the project can be closed.
- A.Schedule a meeting to gain better understanding.
- B.Politely refuse the request stating the project baselines.
- C.Find a way to accommodate the requested additions.
- ✓ Correct D.Initiate a change request for the additional scope.
Correct answer: D
Explanation
When a department lead whose acceptance is mandatory requests additional items during execution, the project manager should initiate a change request for the additional scope. Formal change control ensures proper evaluation of scope, budget, and schedule impacts before implementation. Scheduling a meeting for understanding (A) is helpful but not the next formal step. Politely refusing based on baselines (B) ignores the stakeholder's mandatory acceptance role. Finding ways to accommodate without change control (C) risks scope creep.
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