Exam PMP topic 1 question 1378 discussion

Actual exam question from PMI's PMP

Question #: 1378
Topic #: 1

A project manager is managing the development of a dental wire bending machine. The machine is compatible with the three most popular dental wires in the market, which covers 90% of the market. The prototype is now under testing for certification. The manufacturer of one of the three wires announced they will be producing a different wire that will be incompatible with the machine. This will result in a 25% loss of market coverage from the initially predicted 90% coverage.

What should the project manager do?

A. Meet with the sales and marketing representatives and ask them to convince the wire manufacturer to reconsider
B. Meet with the wire manufacturer to secure enough of the existing stock for the machine
C. Investigate the impact of this issue with the team and survey the market for alternative wires with similar characteristics
D. Stop the project and kick off another project to apply alternative wires for the machine

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Suggested Answer: C 🗳️

by victory108 at Oct. 13, 2024, 10:46 a.m.

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MonBouj

7 months, 1 week ago

Selected Answer: C

C. Investigate the impact of this issue with the team and survey the market for alternative wires with similar characteristics The most effective action is to investigate the impact and explore alternatives in the market, as this allows the project manager to make informed decisions that could enhance the machine’s marketability while addressing the changes in the wire manufacturing landscape. This approach balances immediate concerns with long-term strategy, ensuring that the project remains viable in the face of market shifts.

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victory108

7 months, 2 weeks ago

Selected Answer: C

C. Investigate the impact of this issue with the team and survey the market for alternative wires with similar characteristics

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