Exam PMP topic 1 question 413 discussion

If the question is asking "what next action," the answer will be D, to prioritize the obstacles, but since the question is "How to remove the obstacles?" then the answer is B

The correct answer is: B. Implement plans to remove the obstacles. Here’s why: As a project manager, once obstacles (or impediments) are identified, the most proactive and effective step is to implement plans to remove them. This keeps the project progressing and demonstrates leadership in problem-solving. Breakdown of other options: • A. Have the project team work on other activities – This is a short-term workaround, not a solution. • C. Escalate to the project steering committee – Escalation is appropriate only if the project manager cannot resolve the obstacles. • D. Prioritize the obstacles for resolution – Prioritizing is helpful, but action is needed to remove them; prioritization alone does not solve the issue.

Prioritize them first

Prioritizing obstacles allows the team to focus on the most critical issues first, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and that project momentum is maintained.

Implementing plans to remove the obstacles is important, but this should be done after the obstacles are prioritized. Without prioritization, the project manager might waste time or resources on obstacles that are less critical.

I guess you prioritize first, then Implement Plans

If an obstacle is found, shouldn't it be identified and removed?

This problem is very difficult. But the problem is clear. “What should a project manager do to remove obstacles?” The answer is implementing a plan to remove obstacles. no see. This broadly means, “Prioritize obstacles for resolution. "Includes.

This option focuses on directly addressing the obstacles to ensure the project can move forward. Here’s why the other options are less suitable: A. Have the project team work on other activities: This might be a temporary workaround, but it doesn't address the root cause of the obstacles and could delay the project's progress. C. Escalate to the project steering committee: While escalation can be necessary in some cases, the project manager should first attempt to resolve the obstacles themselves. Only if the obstacles are beyond their control should they escalate to the steering committee. D. Prioritize the obstacles for resolution: Prioritizing is an important step in managing obstacles, but it alone does not lead to their removal. Prioritization should be part of the process of implementing plans to remove the obstacles.

D is a better answer because of the Key word "several obstacles" in the question. Having identified, the next step is to assess their impact and prioritize and resolve.

D is the best, after is B

The project manager should B. Implement plans to remove the obstacles. This is the most direct and proactive approach to address the issues hindering the project’s progress. The project manager should have contingency plans in place for potential obstacles, and implementing these plans can help to mitigate the impact on the project. However, depending on the nature and severity of the obstacles, options C and D might also be appropriate steps as part of the overall strategy to manage project risks and issues. But if we have to choose one, implementing plans to remove the obstacles is the most direct action to address the problem.

We are on a critical situation, 1st. First think Option D, 2nd Develop Option B

Project managers can try these strategies to remove obstacles that are preventing a project from moving forward: Prioritize the obstacles and decide which ones to eliminate, avoid, manage, or ignore. Implement plans to remove the obstacles

B is right

it is PM's duty to eliminate the obstacles by implement plans

By prioritizing you can generate a list to categorize the obstacles for resolution.