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PK0-005 Practice Question: During project execution, a key team member…
During project execution, a key team member resigns. The project manager needs to fill the role quickly. Which document should the project manager update first?
⚠ Common exam trap
CompTIA often tests the misconception that the risk register should be updated first for any unexpected event, but the resignation is a realized issue requiring immediate resource management, not a risk to be logged before action.
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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Resource management plan
The resource management plan documents how project resources, including team members, are acquired, allocated, managed, and released. When a key team member resigns, the project manager must first update the resource management plan to reflect the vacancy and initiate the process for acquiring a replacement, ensuring resource needs are clearly defined before adjusting other plans.
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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Communication management plan
Why it's wrong here
Communication plan is for info distribution, not staffing.
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Project schedule
Why it's wrong here
Schedule may need update but not first.
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Resource management plan
Why this is correct
Resource plan includes staffing strategies.
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Risk register
Why it's wrong here
Risk register might list turnover risk but not the immediate action.
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