PMI-ACP Exam - Topic 4 Question 108 Discussion

Actual exam question for PMI's PMI-ACP exam

Question #: 108
Topic #: 4

During an interview for an agile team lead for a global company, a candidate is asked: "How do you ensure your project is aligned with the stakeholders' priorities?"

How should the candidate respond?

AEngage the change management team to determine prioritization of the backlog.

BAllow the stakeholders to decide on the priority and build the backlog.

CThe entire team should discuss and prioritize the backlog factoring in stakeholder input.

DOnly the agile team lead and team need to decide how to prioritize the project deliverables.

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Suggested Answer: C

by Arleen at Nov 23, 2025, 11:13 PM

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Odelia

5 days ago

C balances everything well. Stakeholders and team together!

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Gerardo

10 days ago

D seems too isolated. The team needs everyone’s voice.

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Leoma

15 days ago

I don’t like B. Stakeholders shouldn’t decide everything.

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Ocie

21 days ago

Option A could work too, but it feels too formal.

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Allene

26 days ago

I agree, C makes sense. Collaboration is key!

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Glory

1 month ago

I think option C is the best. Team input is crucial.

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Ilene

1 month ago

Surprised that B is even an option. That seems risky!

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Kimberely

2 months ago

Wait, can stakeholders really decide priorities effectively?

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Willodean

2 months ago

I disagree with D. The team should definitely be involved!

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Rosio

2 months ago

A sounds good too, but it might slow things down.

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Lindsey

2 months ago

I think option C is the best approach. Team input is crucial!

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Murray

3 months ago

C) The entire team should discuss and prioritize the backlog factoring in stakeholder input. Sounds like a recipe for a long, drawn-out meeting, but it's the right approach.

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Deandrea

3 months ago

B) Allow the stakeholders to decide on the priority and build the backlog. They know best what the priorities are.

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Kasandra

3 months ago

C) The entire team should discuss and prioritize the backlog factoring in stakeholder input. Teamwork makes the dream work!

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Hyun

3 months ago

A) Engage the change management team to determine prioritization of the backlog. They have the expertise to handle stakeholder priorities.

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Kristal

3 months ago

C) The entire team should discuss and prioritize the backlog factoring in stakeholder input. This ensures everyone is aligned and the project stays on track.

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Phuong

3 months ago

I recall that we should prioritize based on team input and stakeholder feedback, so I guess C aligns with that approach.

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Ashley

4 months ago

I feel like I might lean towards option A, but I’m not entirely confident about involving the change management team.

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Ira

4 months ago

I think C is the way to go. Gotta make sure the whole team has a voice in prioritizing the backlog, but also can't ignore what the stakeholders want.

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Vannessa

4 months ago

I think option C sounds familiar from our practice questions. It emphasizes collaboration, which is key in agile, right?

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Tamesha

4 months ago

I'm a bit confused on this one. Do we really need the change management team involved? Seems like that could just add more complexity.

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Jacquline

5 months ago

I remember we discussed the importance of stakeholder engagement in our agile training, but I'm not sure if it's best to let them decide everything.

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Ressie

5 months ago

This is a great question. I'd focus on open communication with the stakeholders and getting alignment on the most important priorities for the project.

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