Exam PMP topic 1 question 104 discussion

Actual exam question from PMI's PMP

Question #: 104
Topic #: 1

A project manager is part of a balanced matrix project organization. The project manager will receive all work performance updates directly from the new sourcing department head who has no time to spare to give the project manager the information.
What should the project manager do?

A. Discuss the situation with the company project sponsor for advice
B. Request information directly from the sourcing department team members
C. Work out a resolution in consultation with the sourcing department head
D. Present the situation to the manager of the sourcing department head

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Suggested Answer: C 🗳️

by Mobarak7 at April 18, 2023, 4:49 p.m.

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Princessviv96

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Selected Answer: C

C is my approach in this situation

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martinx84

1 year ago

Selected Answer: C

C - Workout a resolution

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kmsinthesky

1 year, 1 month ago

Selected Answer: C

C. collaborative problem solving approach.

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kanwarg

1 year, 2 months ago

Since it is balanced matrix PM has equal rights as compare to functional heads , so PM can ask for status from the team members

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odylec

1 year, 5 months ago

Selected Answer: B

Its B. How all of you you will working with the head who is not able to give information?

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odylec

1 year, 5 months ago

Option B (Request information directly from the sourcing department team members) might be the most practical approach, especially if framed as a proposal to the department head to delegate the communication task to a team member. This respects the department head's time constraints while ensuring the project manager receives the needed information. It’s important to approach this diplomatically, ensuring that the department head is aware of and agrees with this method to avoid any potential conflicts or misunderstandings.

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Tracyyy123

1 year, 8 months ago

Selected Answer: C

C correct

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bnnjenga

1 year, 8 months ago

C. Request information directly from the sourcing department team members -> Information gathering from the sourcing head is an issue, they'd just go directly to the sourcing tea members

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