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PK0-005 Practice Question: A project manager is in the process of formally…
A project manager is in the process of formally authorizing a new project. Which document should be created during the initiation phase?
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Project charter
The project charter formally authorizes the project and gives the project manager authority. Option B is incorrect because the scope statement is created during planning. Option C is incorrect because the WBS is developed in the planning phase. Option D is incorrect because the risk register is part of planning.
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Project charter
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Formally authorizes the project.
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Project scope statement
Why it's wrong here
Created during planning phase.
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Work breakdown structure (WBS)
Why it's wrong here
Developed in planning phase.
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Risk register
Why it's wrong here
Part of planning phase.
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