The planning phase of the project life cycle helps to
A) lay out the project roadmap.
B) track the actual costs of the project.
C) negotiate the contract with the sponsor.
D) identify the need, problem, or opportunity.

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The planning phase is where the project roadmap is developed. It includes defining the scope, creating a project plan, determining the budget and resources needed, and identifying potential risks and constraints. This lays out the foundation for the rest of the project and ensures that everyone has a clear understanding of what needs to be accomplished. While tracking costs and negotiating contracts may occur during the planning phase, they are not the primary focus. Identifying the need/problem/opportunity typically occurs before the planning phase during the initiation stage.

The Planning Phase of the Project Life Cycle Helps to