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Question #: 848
Topic #: 1

A project manager has been working with the same group of stakeholders for 3 years using a predictive approach. The stakeholders have invested in many projects and are familiar with the approach. Recently, the organization has strongly encouraged all project managers to adopt an agile approach. This was announced 2 weeks before the project manager planned to kick off a large, complex project with the same group of stakeholders.

What should the project manager do?

A. Continue to use the predictive approach in the new project since it is the approach the stakeholders are familiar with using.
B. Share the pros and cons of adopting an agile approach for the new project only with the team and ask them to decide which approach to use.
C. Use the agile approach in the new project and schedule agile training for those stakeholders who are new to this approach.
D. Share and discuss the pros and cons of adopting agile with the stakeholders and choose the approach they prefer for the new project.

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Suggested Answer: D 🗳️

by khaleghi at Aug. 30, 2023, 4:55 a.m.

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ju3504

6 months, 1 week ago

Selected Answer: C

There are a answer is question.

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latigo

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Selected Answer: D

changed from C to D Let's find the best approach together.

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UppersquareCapital

7 months, 1 week ago

Selected Answer: D

Share and discuss the pros and cons of adopting agile with the stakeholders and choose the approach they prefer for the new project.

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Trytrio

10 months ago

Selected Answer: D

Company wants that but is it the best approach? Ask the team to find consensus.

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Abdelmonm

10 months, 2 weeks ago

Selected Answer: C

This option strikes a balance between adopting the organizational mandate for agile and considering the familiarity of stakeholders with the predictive approach. By choosing the agile approach, the project manager aligns with the organization's direction while acknowledging the stakeholders' need for adaptation. Scheduling agile training for stakeholders who are new to this approach demonstrates a proactive effort to bridge the knowledge gap and facilitate a smoother transition.

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kevzzz

10 months, 3 weeks ago

Selected Answer: D

I dont understand why "D" can't be the answer. Everyone knows everyone, talk about it before jumping in and see what everyone has to say.

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chlaithem

10 months, 4 weeks ago

Selected Answer: C

i guess it is C as the organization has strongly encouraged all project managers to adopt an agile approach

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xcjxcj

11 months, 1 week ago

Selected Answer: C

Choosing which approach is PM decision and responsibility with consideration of organization status. It should not based on stakeholder preference.

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psvexam

11 months, 1 week ago

Ans C The question states ”organization has strongly encouraged all project managers to adopt an agile approach”. Given this situation, the Project manager will be found at fault if they do not take measures to move to agile. The question does not state that the Orgn will give flexibility. So best choice is C.

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odylec

11 months, 2 weeks ago

Selected Answer: C

C is the answer. The company decides to use agile. End of story. Now you must train the stakeholders.

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odylec

11 months, 2 weeks ago

Everyone says that D is the answer I want to tell me if stakeholders decide to choose predictive you will go against the company and you will return to predictive approache?

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UppersquareCapital

7 months, 1 week ago

As PM you are the professional here. A client may ignorantly recommend an approach. It is your duty to enlighten him and provide insights to enable him make an informed decision.

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Only12go

1 year, 1 month ago

Selected Answer: D

While stakeholders may be familiar with the predictive approach, it's worth considering the advantages of agile, especially for complex projects. However, it's crucial to engage stakeholders in this decision-making process rather than imposing a new approach on them abruptly. (encouraged)

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victory108

1 year, 1 month ago

Selected Answer: D

D. Share and discuss the pros and cons of adopting agile with the stakeholders and choose the approach they prefer for the new project

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AngelVii

1 year, 2 months ago

Selected Answer: D

I will choose D

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SynikalDemon

1 year, 3 months ago

D - My Stakeholders aren't going to be thrilled if I force agile on them.

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khaleghi

1 year, 3 months ago

Selected Answer: D

sorry i think D is correct, which involves discussing the pros and cons of Agile with stakeholders and making a collective decision, is seen as more balanced and respectful of the long-term relationship with these stakeholders. It provides a platform for education, buy-in, and potentially a smoother transition to Agile if that's the path chosen.

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khaleghi

1 year, 3 months ago

Selected Answer: C

it's answer

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