PK0-005 Project Life Cycle Practice Question
A project manager is developing the project charter. Which of the following should be included as a key element of the project charter?
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Why each option matters
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High-level budget and schedule
The project charter formally authorizes the project and includes the project purpose, objectives, high-level scope, budget, schedule, assumptions, constraints, and the authority of the project manager. The other options are developed later in the planning or executing phases.
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High-level budget and schedule
Why this is correct
The project charter contains high-level budget and schedule estimates.
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Detailed risk response plan
Why it's wrong here
Detailed risk responses are part of the risk management plan created during planning.
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Work Breakdown Structure
Why it's wrong here
The WBS is created during the planning phase, not included in the project charter.
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Communication management plan
Why it's wrong here
The communication plan is developed during the planning phase.
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