Task 1 Develop and Foster Relationships with Project Stakeholders, Consistent with the Communication Management Plan, in Order to Enhance Support for the Project Schedule. PMI-SP Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11foundation · easy

   A stakeholder who was previously supportive of the schedule has become less responsive to communications. What is the most appropriate action for the project scheduler?

   • ARemove the stakeholder from the communication list
   • BContinue with the same engagement approach since it worked before
   • CInvestigate the reason for the change and adjust the engagement strategy
   • DEscalate the issue to the project sponsor immediately
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2. 12foundation · easy

   During negotiations with a stakeholder about a schedule change, what is the most important factor to consider?

   • AThe stakeholder's personal preferences
   • BThe stakeholder's level of influence
   • CThe number of meetings required to reach an agreement
   • DThe impact on the overall project schedule and objectives
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4. 13foundation · easy

   A stakeholder believes the project will finish two weeks earlier than the schedule indicates. What is the best way to manage this expectation?

   • AAgree with the stakeholder to maintain a positive relationship
   • BIgnore the stakeholder's belief since it is not based on the schedule
   • CAdjust the schedule to match the stakeholder's expectation
   • DProvide the stakeholder with accurate schedule information and explain the basis for the dates
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5. 14application · medium

   A project manager is new to a project and needs to build trust with a skeptical stakeholder who has been burned by previous failed projects. The communication management plan specifies weekly status reports and monthly meetings. What should the project manager do to build trust with this stakeholder?

   • ASchedule an initial one-on-one meeting to listen to the stakeholder's concerns and establish a transparent communication approach.
   • BPromise the stakeholder that the project will succeed to reassure them.
   • CAvoid the stakeholder until the project shows positive results to prevent early conflict.
   • DProvide the stakeholder with extra detailed reports beyond the communication plan to prove competence.
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6. 15foundation · easy

   What is the primary benefit of building trust and rapport with project stakeholders?

   • AIt ensures that all stakeholders agree with every schedule decision
   • BIt eliminates the need for stakeholder analysis
   • CIt enhances stakeholder support and cooperation for the project schedule
   • DIt reduces the need for formal communication plans
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