PMI PgMP Exam - Topic 3 Question 47 Discussion

Actual exam question for PMI's PgMP exam

Question #: 47
Topic #: 3

A program manager evaluates conflicting stakeholder demands associated with cost, schedule, and intended benefits. The implementation team has a strong interest in cost and schedule, and a limited interest in the benefits being produced. The client is only focused on benefits.

Which of the following actions should the program manager take?

AFocus on the internal stakeholders to ensure cost and schedule objectives are achieved.

BBalance stakeholder needs through the use of trade-offs among the stakeholder groups.

CFocus on the external stakeholders to ensure the intended benefits are achieved.

DConduct a stakeholder meeting to allow everyone to state their priorities.

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Suggested Answer: D

by Hillary at May 04, 2022, 06:01 AM

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Barney

5 months ago

Focusing on internal stakeholders might lead to missed opportunities.

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Mabelle

5 months ago

Not sure if a meeting will really solve the conflicts...

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Michell

5 months ago

But shouldn't we prioritize benefits over everything else?

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Barrie

5 months ago

Totally agree, trade-offs are essential!

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Vivan

6 months ago

I think balancing stakeholder needs is key here.

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Rodney

6 months ago

Balancing trade-offs sounds familiar, but I’m hesitant. What if the trade-offs don’t satisfy anyone? I’m leaning towards option B, but I’m not completely confident.

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Lisha

6 months ago

I practiced a similar question where we had to prioritize stakeholder demands. I think conducting a stakeholder meeting, like in option D, could help clarify everyone's priorities, but it might take too long.

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Jina

6 months ago

I feel like focusing on the internal stakeholders could lead to missing the bigger picture. Option C seems appealing, but I worry it might neglect the team's concerns.

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Ceola

6 months ago

I remember we discussed the importance of balancing stakeholder needs in class. I think option B might be the right choice, but I'm not entirely sure.

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Rene

7 months ago

This question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the key considerations around data residency for a European application.

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Viva

7 months ago

Hmm, I'm a little unsure about the LIKE operator and how to use it to filter the order dates. I'll need to double-check the syntax on that.

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Nan

7 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about the details of the Privacy Rule's penalties. I'll need to carefully review the options to make sure I understand the nuances.

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Sharen

7 months ago

I'm pretty sure MD5 is a commonly used message digest, so I'll go with that.

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Charlette

7 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question is asking for the formula, but there are a few different options that seem plausible. I'll need to carefully read through each choice and think it through.

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