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PK0-005 Practice Question: A project manager at a mid-sized software company…
A project manager at a mid-sized software company is leading a project to develop a new mobile application. The project is in the execution phase, and the team is using an Agile methodology with two-week sprints. The project manager has been using a shared spreadsheet to track tasks, but team members frequently report that they are unsure of what tasks to work on next, and there is confusion about which tasks are blocked. Additionally, the project manager is spending several hours each day updating the spreadsheet and answering questions about task status. The company has a subscription to Jira, but the team has not been using it. The project manager wants to improve visibility and reduce administrative overhead. What should the project manager do first?
⚠ Common exam trap
Watch out — candidates often choose daily stand-ups (Option D) as a quick communication fix, overlooking that the core problem is the lack of a proper tool for task tracking, which Jira directly solves.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Migrate the task tracking to Jira and configure it to match the team's workflow.
Migrating to Jira is the correct first step because Jira is purpose-built for Agile project management, providing real-time visibility into task status, backlogs, and blockers without manual updates. The team already has a Jira subscription, so the project manager can leverage its built-in Scrum boards, issue tracking, and automated workflows to reduce administrative overhead and eliminate confusion about task assignments.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Assign a project coordinator to update the spreadsheet and answer questions.
Why it's wrong here
This adds administrative cost and does not solve the visibility problem.
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Provide training on advanced Excel features to improve the spreadsheet's functionality.
Why it's wrong here
Excel still requires manual updates and lacks real-time collaboration features.
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Migrate the task tracking to Jira and configure it to match the team's workflow.
Why this is correct
Jira provides real-time task tracking, reduces manual effort, and improves visibility.
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Implement daily stand-up meetings to clarify task assignments.
Why it's wrong here
Stand-ups can help but do not eliminate the need for a proper task tracking tool.
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