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PK0-005 Practice Question: A project manager is assigned to a new project…
A project manager is assigned to a new project that involves developing a mobile application. The project sponsor is from the marketing department, and the key stakeholders include the IT director and the customer. Which organizational structure is most likely being used if the project manager has limited authority and must rely on the functional managers to provide resources?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates often confuse a weak matrix with a functional structure, but in a weak matrix the project manager still has some authority and a formal title, whereas in a functional structure the project manager has no authority and relies entirely on functional managers for resources.
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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Functional
In a functional organizational structure, the project manager has limited authority and must rely on functional managers to provide resources. This aligns with the scenario where the project manager is assigned to develop a mobile application but lacks direct control over team members, who report to their respective functional managers (e.g., IT director). The sponsor from marketing and key stakeholders like the IT director further indicate a functional hierarchy where the project manager acts as a coordinator rather than a direct leader.
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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Strong matrix
Why it's wrong here
In a strong matrix, the PM has significant authority and dedicated resources.
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Projectized
Why it's wrong here
In a projectized organization, the PM has full authority and dedicated team.
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Weak matrix
Why it's wrong here
Weak matrix also has limited PM authority, but it is still matrix; the description fits functional more precisely.
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Functional
Why this is correct
Functional organization has limited PM authority; resources are controlled by functional managers.
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