Which factor is commonly associated with disputes related to scope?

• A. Weather
• B. Marketing delays
• C. Scope changes
• D. Staff vacations

Answer: (C)

Disputes about scope happen when the work to be done is redefining what the project includes. The scope sets the boundaries for deliverables, features, and requirements. When requirements are unclear or someone requests more (or fewer) features, it changes what’s considered “done.” That shift creates disagreements about what should be delivered, how long it will take, and how much it should cost, which is the heart of scope-related disputes. External factors like weather or vacations can slow progress but don’t typically redefine the required work, and marketing delays relate to timing and strategy, not the defined work itself. So, changes to the scope are the factor most closely tied to disputes about scope.