CompTIA Project+ PK0-005 Questions & Answers

• Question 41:

  In an agenda for a kickoff meeting, some time is set aside to complete a document that identifies each member of the project, the members' roles and responsibilities for tasks, the milestones, and the key decisions. In which of the following should this data be documented?

  A. TOR

  B. WBS

  C. RAM

  D. SOW

  Correct Answer: C

  The data mentioned, which includes identifying project members, their roles and responsibilities for tasks, milestones, and key decisions, should be documented in a Responsibility Assignment Matrix (RAM). A RAM is a tool specifically designed to provide a clear and organized overview of who is accountable, responsible, consulted, and informed for different aspects of a project. It is an effective way to communicate roles and responsibilities within the project team and ensure that everyone is aligned on their tasks and contributions. The other options (TOR, WBS, SOW) are valuable documents in project management, but they do not serve the same purpose as a RAM when it comes to detailing individual roles and responsibilities.

• Question 42:

  Which of the following is a consideration when determining a project's ESG factors?

  A. Project management methodology

  B. IT infrastructure security

  C. Proper accounting practices

  D. Corporate values compliance

  Correct Answer: D

  ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance. These factors are used to measure the sustainability and ethical impact of an investment in a business or company. Corporate values compliance falls under the "Governance" category of ESG, as it directly relates to the ethical conduct and compliance of the business or company. Therefore, it is a consideration when determining a project's ESG factors. The other options (project management methodology, IT infrastructure security, and proper accounting practices) are important considerations in project management and corporate operations, but they do not directly relate to ESG factors.

• Question 43:

  Two projects share resources. The mobile application project cannot start if the database renewal project has not started. Which of the following relationships describes this situation?

  A. Start-to-finish

  B. Start-to-start

  C. Finish-to-start

  D. Finish-to-finish

  Correct Answer: B

  A start-to-start relationship in project management describes a situation where the start of one task or project depends on the start of another task or project. In this case, the start of the mobile application project depends on the start of the database renewal project. Therefore, this is a start-to-start relationship.

• Question 44:

  When trying to calculate the expected monetary value for using a particular vendor, which of the following charts would be BEST to use?

  A. Decision tree

  B. Fishbone

  C. Histogram

  D. Pareto

  Correct Answer: A

  A decision tree is the best tool to use when calculating the expected monetary value for using a particular vendor. It allows you to map out the different outcomes and probabilities associated with different decisions (in this case, choosing different vendors) and then calculate the expected monetary value based on these probabilities. Other charts like Fishbone, Histogram, or Pareto charts are not designed for this kind of analysis.

• Question 45:

  Which of the following methods frequently delivers new code in an automatic way for development projects?

  A. Automated testing

  B. CI/CD process

  C. Validation checks

  D. Deploy sprint

  Correct Answer: B

  Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) is a method used in software development that frequently and automatically delivers new code. This process allows for quick iterations and continuous delivery of new features or improvements, making it highly valuable in agile development projects.

• Question 46:

  A project manager has just finished overseeing the implementation of a new, self-service benefits enrollment system. Many employees, however, are calling the human resources team for assistance instead of using the self-service system. Which of the following should the project manager have done as part of the execution plan?

  A. Establish a minimally viable product.

  B. Prepare new knowledge base documentation.

  C. Update the project baseline and schedule.

  D. Periodically review vendor performance.

  Correct Answer: B

  When implementing a new system, it's crucial to provide users with resources to understand how to use it. A knowledge base or user documentation would have been helpful in this situation, as it could guide employees on how to use the new self-service benefits enrollment system, reducing the need for them to call the human resources team for assistance.

• Question 47:

  Which of the following methodologies/frameworks should be used when incremental value is expected in a timeboxed period?

  A. PRINCE2

  B. Waterfall

  C. Scrum

  D. SLDC

  Correct Answer: C

  Scrum is an agile methodology that is designed to deliver incremental value in time-boxed sprints, typically lasting 1-4 weeks. At the end of each sprint, a potentially shippable increment of the product is delivered, allowing for regular delivery of value and feedback.

• Question 48:

  Internal project team members and a subject matter expert had a heated discussion about the client's needs. The deliverable is now at risk of being delayed. Which of the following should be notified LAST?

  A. Program manager

  B. End user

  C. Steering committee

  D. Project sponsor

  Correct Answer: B

  In most cases, internal issues and potential delays are handled within the project team and stakeholders before they are communicated to end users. This is to ensure that the right information is being passed along and also to provide time to find potential solutions or workarounds before involving the end user.

• Question 49:

  A project team has identified a bug during user acceptance testing. Which of the following is the BEST method for communicating that bug to the development team?

  A. Call the development lead to discuss the fixes for the bug.

  B. Include the bug issue as part of the status update for stakeholders.

  C. Issue a change request.

  D. Add the bug issue to the project's risk register.

  Correct Answer: C

  When a bug is identified during user acceptance testing, issuing a change request is the most appropriate method for communicating the bug to the development team. A change request outlines the need for a change (in this case, fixing the bug) and provides the necessary details for the development team to address the issue. This process ensures that the bug is formally documented, tracked, and managed in a structured manner. While communication with the development lead and stakeholders is important, issuing a change request is specifically designed for addressing and resolving issues such as bugs.

• Question 50:

  A team member finds a malfunctioning procedure in the system that will take a considerable amount of time to fix. Which of the following should be done FIRST?

  A. Update the risk register

  B. Document the finding in the change log.

  C. Create a record in the issue log

  D. Detail a proposed solution.

  Correct Answer: C

  When a team member discovers a malfunctioning procedure in the system, the first step should be to create a record in the issue log. This allows the issue to be formally documented, ensuring that it is tracked and managed appropriately. Once the issue is recorded, the project team can proceed with analyzing the problem, detailing a proposed solution, and taking appropriate actions. Updating the risk register, documenting the finding in the change log, and detailing a proposed solution can all follow after the initial issue is recorded in the issue log.