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PK0-005 Practice Question: A project manager needs to document the roles and…
A project manager needs to document the roles and responsibilities of team members for a new project. Which document should the project manager create?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates confuse the RACI chart with the stakeholder register or communication plan, thinking that listing stakeholders or planning communications is sufficient to define roles, but only the RACI chart explicitly assigns responsibility for each task.
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Why each option matters
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RACI chart
A RACI chart (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed) is the correct document for defining and documenting team member roles and responsibilities in a project. It provides a clear matrix that maps tasks or deliverables against team members, specifying their level of involvement, which is essential for accountability and communication in project management.
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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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Project charter
Why it's wrong here
The project charter authorizes the project, not assign roles.
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RACI chart
Why this is correct
A RACI chart defines roles and responsibilities.
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Stakeholder register
Why it's wrong here
The stakeholder register lists stakeholders, not their responsibilities.
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Communication plan
Why it's wrong here
A communication plan outlines how information is shared, not roles.
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