A Project Sponsor Wants to Demonstrate Progress on a Deliverable

question 76

Multiple Choice

A project sponsor wants to demonstrate progress on a deliverable to all stakeholders at the next tollgate meeting. This feature was not scheduled for this tollgate, but the project manager plans to add it to the next phase. Which of the following describes what the project manager is doing?

• A) Crashing the schedule
• B) Prioritizing tasks
• C) Determining milestones
• D) Developing sprints

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Definitions:

Delay of Gratification

The ability or decision to postpone immediate satisfaction in order to achieve a future benefit or reward.

Immediate Comforts

Immediate or short-term pleasures or alleviations of discomfort that may not necessarily contribute to long-term well-being.

Human Nature

The innate characteristics, behaviors, and qualities that define humans, including both biological and psychological aspects.

Altruistic

Showing selfless concern for the well-being of others; often characterized by behavior that benefits others at a personal cost.