The project manager is having difficulty getting approval for requirements because stakeholders disagree, putting the schedule at risk. What should the project manager do first to facilitate requirement approval?

The correct answer is to identify the source of the disagreement. Before any action can be taken to resolve stakeholder disagreements, the project manager must understand the root causes of those disagreements. This involves active listening, asking clarifying questions, and potentially facilitating discussions to uncover conflicting priorities, misunderstandings, or differing expectations. Once the source is understood, the project manager can then develop targeted strategies for resolution, such as negotiation, compromise, or escalation. Reviewing the project charter might provide context but won't directly address the current disagreement. Performing a stakeholder analysis is a proactive step usually done earlier in the project; while it might reveal insights, it's not the immediate first step when a disagreement is already active and blocking progress. Organizing a team-building event is unlikely to resolve specific requirements disagreements and is more suited for improving general team cohesion.