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Question #: 85
Topic #: 1

A project manager is working in a company that has several global offices. During resource planning for a new project, the project manager realizes that the company requires projects to include team members from different continents.
What should the project manager do to ensure a successful project execution?

A. Plan for a meeting with the project sponsor to discuss the possibility of utilizing only local colleagues.
B. Send emails with information about the project deliverables on the first day of the project.
C. Connect with every location and check their preferred methods of communication.
D. Invite all resources to the project manager's location to form a cohesive team until all deliverables are completed.

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Suggested Answer: C 🗳️

by novantuno at Dec. 25, 2022, 9:03 p.m.

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Princessviv96

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Selected Answer: C

In this situation, I believe the best solution would be to reach out to the various team members in the various location and inquire about their preferred communication style as this shows effective team leadership and management on the part of the PM

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Asakthi

1 year ago

C connect with every location

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bug_bloke

1 year ago

Selected Answer: C

C. Connect with every location and check their preferred methods of communication: This option demonstrates a proactive and inclusive approach to understanding the needs and preferences of team members from different continents. It is crucial to acknowledge the diversity of communication preferences and technologies across different locations. By connecting with each location and understanding their preferred methods of communication, the project manager can establish effective channels for collaboration and ensure that all team members can effectively communicate and work together.

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Muntadher

1 year ago

Selected Answer: C

C most fit which to check what is effective method of communication

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victory108

1 year, 2 months ago

Selected Answer: C

C. Connect with every location and check their preferred methods of communication

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Dinhle

1 year, 3 months ago

Selected Answer: C

C is better

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Haldamir

1 year, 5 months ago

C is more in line with PMBOK mindset

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Red_Apple1

1 year, 5 months ago

Selected Answer: D

D is best

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TPObee

1 year, 4 months ago

I disagree. The project requires team members from different continents. So, if the PM is located in London, the team members from India, China, Egypt, US etc have to fly to London? C is the right answer.

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alt_coffey

1 year, 5 months ago

Selected Answer: C

C, moving resources should not be the first consideration when a communication path is possible

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novantuno

1 year, 7 months ago

Selected Answer: D

C is nice, but it risks to be unmanageable.

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