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PMI PMP Exam - Topic 2 Question 99 Discussion

The project team is experiencing schedule delays due to issues arising with suppliers. Some of the tasks are on the critical path.What should the project manager do in this situation?
C) Review the critical path with the stakeholders to define next steps.
A) Escalate the supplier-related issues to the sponsor for resolution.
B) Review the work breakdown structure (WBS) with the suppliers.
D) Discuss the critical path issues with the purchasing department.

PMI PMP Exam - Topic 2 Question 99 Discussion

Actual exam question for PMI's PMP exam
Question #: 99
Topic #: 2
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The project team is experiencing schedule delays due to issues arising with suppliers. Some of the tasks are on the critical path.

What should the project manager do in this situation?

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Suggested Answer: C

When a project experiences schedule delays, especially with tasks on the critical path, it is crucial to review the critical path with stakeholders. This collaborative review helps in understanding the impact of the delays and in defining the next steps to mitigate the issues.The stakeholders, including the project team, suppliers, and sponsor, can provide valuable input and decision-making power to help navigate the issues1.


PMBOK Guide -- Sixth Edition2.

''19 Frequently Asked Questions on the Critical Path Method'' by Praveen Malik, PMP3.

'Exam PMP topic 1 question 321 discussion - ExamTopics'1.

''Five Tips for Being Prepared for Supply Chain Disruption'' - PMI.org4.

by Julio at Mar 22, 2025, 08:55 PM

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Shawna
6 months ago
Totally agree, critical path discussions are key!
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Elvis
6 months ago
Not sure if that's the right call. What if they can't help?
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Luke
6 months ago
Reviewing the WBS could clarify things with suppliers.
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Azalee
6 months ago
Wait, are we really sure the suppliers are the main issue?
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Renay
7 months ago
Sounds like escalating to the sponsor is the best move.
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Leota
7 months ago
I recall a practice question where we had to involve the purchasing department, but I'm not certain if that's the right move here. It feels a bit indirect.
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Kris
7 months ago
I feel like discussing the critical path with stakeholders makes sense, especially since it involves the project's timeline. That seems like a solid option.
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Carry
7 months ago
I think reviewing the WBS with suppliers could help clarify the delays, but I wonder if that would really solve the problem.
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Norah
7 months ago
I remember we talked about the importance of addressing critical path issues quickly, but I'm not sure if escalating to the sponsor is the best first step.
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Buddy
8 months ago
I feel pretty confident that option D is the way to go. Discussing the critical path issues directly with the purchasing department could uncover some helpful solutions.
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Arlean
8 months ago
Option B seems like a good way to get a better understanding of the WBS and how the suppliers are impacting the schedule. I'll make sure to review that carefully.
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Hyun
8 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure here. I'm leaning towards option A since escalating to the sponsor could help get those supplier issues resolved quickly.
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Annett
8 months ago
This seems like a tricky situation. I'm thinking option C might be the best approach to get everyone on the same page and figure out the next steps.
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Horace
1 year ago
I believe discussing the critical path issues with the purchasing department can also help address the delays.
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Jina
1 year ago
I think reviewing the critical path with stakeholders is also important to define next steps.
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Gwenn
1 year ago
I agree with Mari. The sponsor can help resolve the issues quickly.
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Mari
1 year ago
I think the project manager should escalate the supplier-related issues to the sponsor.
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Corazon
1 year ago
I wonder if the project manager has considered hiring a supplier whisperer to smooth things over. Just a thought!
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Eden
1 year ago
D) Discuss the critical path issues with the purchasing department.
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Melissia
1 year ago
C) Review the critical path with the stakeholders to define next steps.
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Ora
1 year ago
B) Review the work breakdown structure (WBS) with the suppliers.
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Alonzo
1 year ago
A) Escalate the supplier-related issues to the sponsor for resolution.
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Raymon
1 year ago
D) Discuss the critical path issues with the purchasing department.
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Erasmo
1 year ago
C) Review the critical path with the stakeholders to define next steps.
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Jeff
1 year ago
B) Review the work breakdown structure (WBS) with the suppliers.
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Catalina
1 year ago
A) Escalate the supplier-related issues to the sponsor for resolution.
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Tina
1 year ago
B) Reviewing the WBS with the suppliers is a good idea, but it doesn't directly address the schedule delays on the critical path.
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Polly
1 year ago
D) Discussing the critical path issues with the purchasing department could help, but I think C) is the most comprehensive solution.
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Chandra
1 year ago
A) Escalating the supplier-related issues to the sponsor is a smart move. They can apply more pressure to resolve the problems.
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Janna
1 year ago
C) Reviewing the critical path with stakeholders is important to determine the next steps and prioritize tasks.
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Gilberto
1 year ago
B) Reviewing the work breakdown structure with the suppliers could help identify where the issues are coming from.
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Lachelle
1 year ago
A) Escalating the supplier-related issues to the sponsor is a smart move. They can apply more pressure to resolve the problems.
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Audry
1 year ago
C) Review the critical path with the stakeholders to define next steps. This seems like the best approach to tackle the schedule delays caused by supplier issues.
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Kati
1 year ago
C) Review the critical path with the stakeholders to define next steps.
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Arminda
1 year ago
B) Review the work breakdown structure (WBS) with the suppliers.
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Amber
1 year ago
A) Escalate the supplier-related issues to the sponsor for resolution.
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