Which of the Following Statements Accurately Describes the Approach That

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes the approach that project managers should take to develop relationships with key stakeholders?

• A) The project manager should defer building relationships with external stakeholders until after the core team is on sound footing.
• B) It is better to ignore an unhappy stakeholder than to let him or her disrupt a project.
• C) Project managers should seek to understand what motivates each stakeholder.
• D) The project manager should shelter stakeholders from unpleasant news

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Definitions:

Conflicts

Disagreements or disputes between individuals or groups, often arising from differing opinions, goals, or values.

Cleanliness

The state or quality of being clean and free from dirt, impurities, or contaminants.

Communication Styles

The varied ways in which individuals express themselves and interact with others, often influenced by cultural, personal, and situational factors.

Culturally Ignorant

Lacking understanding, knowledge, or awareness of other cultures and their customs, beliefs, and practices.