Scope creep is a big issue when managing projects. Which of the following is NOT true regarding scope creep?
A) It is the tendency for the project scope to expand over time.
B) It is when the project budget is exceeded.
C) It most likely caused by a scope statement that is too broad.
D) It can have both positive and negative impacts on a project.
E) It can lead to added costs and possible project delays.

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Scope creep refers specifically to the uncontrolled expansion or change in a project's scope without adjustments to time, cost, and resources, not directly to the project budget being exceeded. While scope creep can lead to budget overruns, B is not accurate because it describes a consequence rather than the nature of scope creep itself.

Scope Creep Is a Big Issue When Managing Projects