As a project manager, you are working on a software development project for a client. Due to unforeseen circumstances, you are falling behind schedule and going over budget. After exhausting all other options, you decide to implement Scope Reduction. Which of the following steps should you take first? This question is required.*

A

Unilaterally decide which features to cut without consulting stakeholders.

B

Postpone the project deadline to give the team more time.

C

Discuss the situation with stakeholders and seek their input on reducing scope.

D

Reduce the number of team members to decrease labor costs.