PMI-RMP Exam - Topic 9 Question 73 Discussion

Actual exam question for PMI's PMI-RMP exam

Question #: 73
Topic #: 9

A new risk manager has been assigned to a delayed strategic project. The risk manager presented a new plan to get the project back on track using lessons learned and applying risk response strategies. Senior management wants to remove contingency reserves because they want to finish the project earlier.

What should the risk manager do in this scenario?

AReview project schedule estimates.

BChange the response strategies.

CReduce the contingency reserves.

DConduct a risk planning workshop.

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Suggested Answer: A

by Tresa at Mar 19, 2024, 04:31 AM

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Micaela

3 months ago

Reducing reserves could backfire, not a good idea!

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Reena

3 months ago

Changing response strategies might be necessary too.

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Markus

3 months ago

Wait, removing contingency reserves? That sounds risky!

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Georgiann

4 months ago

Totally agree, they need to assess the timeline first!

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Lenna

4 months ago

I think reviewing the project schedule estimates is crucial.

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Marshall

4 months ago

Conducting a risk planning workshop could be beneficial, but I feel like senior management might not be open to that right now.

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Kaitlyn

4 months ago

Changing the response strategies sounds like a viable option, but I wonder if that would really address the core issue of the delays.

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Karina

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I think reviewing the project schedule estimates might help clarify the impact of removing those reserves.

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Belen

5 months ago

I remember we discussed the importance of contingency reserves in our last class. Removing them could really increase the project's risk.

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Corrinne

5 months ago

I'm a bit confused by this scenario. I'll need to re-read the question and think through the potential impacts of each option before deciding.

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Marva

5 months ago

Reducing the contingency reserves seems risky, especially since the project is already delayed. I'd lean towards reviewing the schedule estimates and exploring alternative response strategies.

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Latonia

5 months ago

This seems like a tricky situation. I'll need to carefully review the project schedule and risk response strategies to determine the best course of action.

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Broderick

5 months ago

Conducting a risk planning workshop could be a good idea to get everyone on the same page and explore options. I'll need to think through the pros and cons of each approach.

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Devon

5 months ago

Okay, I think I've got this. The question is asking about the different ways to access the visitor's real IP address when using Alibaba Cloud CDN. Based on the options, it seems like the answer is either B or D, where the IP address is stored in the headers or the CDN logs.

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Bambi

5 months ago

Based on my understanding, the default behavior is not automatic updating, so option A is not correct. I think the best approach is to create a profile with the automatic update setting enabled, as described in option D.

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Ariel

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this. I'll have to think it through carefully to decide if the statement is true or false.

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Willard

5 months ago

I thought brand atomization was more about marketing strategies, so that can't be right. I lean towards prototyping too, but I'm still a bit confused!

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Roy

9 months ago

I'd love to see the risk manager do a risk planning workshop while wearing a superhero cape. That would really get the team excited about tackling the challenges!

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Tommy

9 months ago

Changing the response strategies might be a good idea, but the risk manager should also review the project schedule to ensure the plan is realistic.

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Jeannine

9 months ago

A risk planning workshop sounds like the best approach to get the project back on track. The risk manager should work with the team to identify and mitigate the risks.

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Gail

8 months ago

D: Change the response strategies.

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Ryan

8 months ago

C: Reduce the contingency reserves.

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Edwin

8 months ago

B: Review project schedule estimates.

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Lyndia

8 months ago

A: Conduct a risk planning workshop.

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Graciela

10 months ago

Cutting contingency reserves? That's like trying to take the airbags out of a car to make it lighter. Not a good idea!

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Alexia

9 months ago

C: Reduce the contingency reserves.

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Eloisa

9 months ago

B: Conduct a risk planning workshop.

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Lilli

9 months ago

A: Review project schedule estimates.

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Moon

10 months ago

Reducing the contingency reserves is a risky move. The risk manager should review the project schedule estimates and apply appropriate risk response strategies instead.

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