Discuss PMI PMP Exam Topic 3 Question 3

A project manager notices that the project is behind schedule because materials delivery was delayed. The procurement team informs the project manager that new government-imposed rules for the procurement of these materials caused this delay.

In what plan should these new rules be documented?

AProject management

BCommunications management

CStakeholder engagement

DProcurement management

Suggested Answer: D

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15 comments · newest first

Brinda 1 year ago

I thought it might fit in Communications management too.

Timothy 1 year ago

100% D. Can't overlook the impact of regulations!

Beth 1 year ago

Wait, are we sure it's just the new rules causing the delay?

Olive 1 year ago

Agreed, that's where it belongs!

Sherman 1 year ago

Definitely in the Procurement management plan.

Sharen 1 year ago

I keep second-guessing myself, but I wonder if it could also relate to communications management since we need to inform stakeholders about the changes.

Suzi 1 year ago

This seems similar to a practice question we did on procurement delays. I feel like the answer is definitely related to procurement management.

Altha 1 year ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about documenting changes in the project management plan too.

Zachary 1 year ago

I think the new rules should go in the procurement management plan since they directly affect how we acquire materials.

Edna 1 year ago

I'm pretty sure residual income is used to evaluate investment centres, so I'll go with option C.

Kristal 1 year ago

This question seems straightforward. I think the key is to focus on the term "screening" and what that means in the context of prospective drug utilization review.

Sherita 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully.

Chan 1 year ago

I've got a good feeling about B for this one. The primary purpose of an EI is to maintain one or more ILFs, which is what option B states. I'm confident in that answer.

Marguerita 1 year ago

Honestly, I'm confused. I thought risks should be monitored continuously throughout the process, but I can't remember where that fits in order.

Alexis 1 year ago

Hmm, the part about not being able to return to the question is a bit tricky. I'll need to make sure I have the full picture before answering.

PMI PMP Exam - Topic 3 Question 3 Discussion