Exam PMP topic 1 question 761 discussion

I doubt the option C is the answer becoz the question states ".. the design will impact .... could delay the project ...." The 'will impact' looks to me that it is no longer the risk but a real problem/issue already; the 'could delay' is aiming for saying how long it may impact ( 3, 4 or more months ..or less months ) not indicating it is as risk.

While documenting the delay is important, it should not be the first step. The priority is to address the situation collaboratively with the steering committee before logging it as a risk.

In this situation, it's essential to promptly document the identified issue, which is the impact on the company's production system due to the approved design. Logging this delay as a risk in the project risk log allows for proper documentation, analysis, and communication of the potential delay. It provides a basis for discussions with the project steering committee and other stakeholders to determine the most appropriate course of action.

I think the question was poorly phrased. Initially the focus was placed on the Technical Design that would impact the Company Production Environment. However, it says the new technical design "Could" impact the timeline and "might not happen or yet to happen" so its still a risk. The question is really about the impact on the timeline - so the better answer is C. (Although I choose A initially)

C is the answer

Analysis first.

Bad question: but In summary, in the context of the scenario provided, once the project manager identifies the issue and realizes its potential impact, they should set up the steering committee session (strategic action) and log the issue as a risk almost concurrently. The exact timing might depend on the specific processes and protocols of the organization, but both steps are crucial and should be executed promptly. So, while documenting the delay in the risk register is a crucial step in risk management, the immediate need in this scenario is to engage the steering committee to address the significant impact on the project timeline.

PLEASE READ! A new technical design must be found and this COULD delay the project by 3 months. The technical design caused an ISSUE. That is correct. But finding a new technical COULD delay the project by 3 months. That's the risk. Register this.

A. Set up a steering committee session to review the project delay

The question says company's production will be impacted. This is an issue. The question says that project COULD be delayed which is a risk. So this delay should be logged in Risk register, which makes sense and so that should be the correct answer.

I'll stick with C. Nowhere in the question does it state the risk has already been formally logged. "Logging the delay as a risk allows the project manager to formally document the issue, assess its potential impact on the project objectives, and determine the appropriate risk response strategies. The project manager can then communicate the risk to the project stakeholders, including the project steering committee, to ensure awareness and collaboration in finding a solution. Options A, B, and D involve actions that are premature at this stage. Setting up a steering committee session to review the project delay (option A) may be necessary, but it should come after the risk is formally identified and assessed."

!a is correct

I think the correct answer is A. The risks have already been identified("discovered"), and in such a situation, the first step to take is to follow the risk management plan. In this case, it would involve implementing the responses outlined in the risk management plan. According to PMI's "The Standard For Risk Management," in section 4.6 "PLAN RISK RESPONSES," it can be "Escalate" the risks. In the given scenario, there is a high likelihood that the "steering committee" would be the appropriate escalation point (as they have provided approval). Therefore, I believe A is the most likely correct answer. Additionally, when it comes to "logging" the "technical design delay" mentioned in option C, it should be done when there is still a possibility(need to rate "likelihood" in risk managment plan) of that situation occurring.

This is a issue or a risk. A seems to be more appropriate. Risk should be uncertain.

I am confused by C, it is Risk log, not Risk Register???

Yes answer C is right

Why not A?