PK0-005 Project Life Cycle Practice Question
A project manager is assigning resources to activities. Activity X requires a specialized skill that is only available from a contractor. The project manager decides to hire the contractor. Which TWO documents are most likely to be used to define the work and terms for this contractor? (Select TWO).
⚠ Common exam trap
PK0-005 often tests the distinction between procurement documents; candidates may incorrectly select RFP, but the RFP is used to solicit proposals, not to define the final work and terms for the selected contractor.
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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Statement of Work (SOW)
The Statement of Work (SOW) [CORRECT] is the document that defines the work to be performed by the contractor, including deliverables, scope, and acceptance criteria, so it directly specifies what the contractor must do for Activity X. The Procurement contract [CORRECT] is the legally binding agreement that establishes the terms and conditions between the buyer and the seller, covering payment, schedule, and obligations for the hired contractor. The Project charter authorizes the project but does not define contractor work or terms, so it is not appropriate here. The Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) decomposes project deliverables into work packages but does not specify contractual terms or the contractor's obligations. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is used to solicit bids before selecting a contractor, not to define the final work and terms once the contractor is hired.
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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Statement of Work (SOW)
Why this is correct
The Statement of Work defines the contractor's specific deliverables, scope, schedule and acceptance criteria for Activity X's specialised skill, establishing exactly what work is performed. It is the document that scopes the engagement before contractual terms are formalised.
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Project charter
Why it's wrong here
The project charter authorises the project and names the project manager; it does not define a contractor's deliverables, acceptance criteria, payment terms or legal obligations. Those belong in the contract and statement of work. It is tempting because it is a foundational project document, but it predates procurement and binds the performing organisation, not the contractor.
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Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
Why it's wrong here
A WBS decomposes project scope into deliverables and work packages; it defines what must be produced, not the contractual terms binding a contractor. Procurement documents such as the statement of work and contract serve that purpose. The WBS is tempting because it scopes Activity X's work, but it carries no commercial or legal terms.
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Request for Proposal (RFP)
Why it's wrong here
An RFP solicits and evaluates competing proposals before a supplier is chosen; it is not the instrument that defines agreed work and terms once the contractor is engaged. The contract and statement of work do that. The RFP is tempting because it is procurement-related, but it precedes selection and carries no binding obligations.
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Procurement contract
Why this is correct
A procurement contract legally binds the contractor to deliver Activity X's specialised skill, defining scope, deliverables, payment terms and acceptance criteria. It satisfies the stem's need to formalise work and terms for externally sourced resources, establishing enforceable obligations that a statement of work alone cannot provide.
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