The correct answer is that the server is running and handling connections. This is determined by interpreting the server status exhibit, which shows the web server in a LISTENING state on port 80 alongside multiple ESTABLISHED connections to client IP addresses. The LISTENING state confirms the server process is active and waiting for requests, while the ESTABLISHED connections prove that the TCP three-way handshake has completed successfully and the server is actively processing HTTP traffic. On the CompTIA Project+ PK0-005 exam, this type of exhibit tests your ability to read network diagnostic output during project monitoring, specifically distinguishing between a service that is merely running versus one that is actively serving clients. A common trap is assuming LISTENING alone indicates full operational status, but you must check for ESTABLISHED connections to confirm active handling. Remember the memory tip: “Listen for the port, establish the client” — if you see both, the server is live and working.
PK0-005 Project Management Concepts Practice Question
This PK0-005 practice question tests your understanding of project management concepts. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Exhibit
Refer to the exhibit.
Command: netstat -an | grep :80
tcp 0 0 0.0.0.0:80 0.0.0.0:* LISTEN
tcp 0 0 192.168.1.10:80 192.168.1.5:54321 ESTABLISHED
tcp 0 0 192.168.1.10:80 192.168.1.6:54322 TIME_WAIT
Refer to the exhibit. A project manager is monitoring server performance for a web application deployment. Based on the exhibit, what is the status of the web server?
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
The server is running and handling connections
The exhibit shows the web server is in a 'LISTENING' state on port 80, with established connections (ESTABLISHED) to client IPs. This indicates the server process is running, the TCP handshake completed successfully, and it is actively handling HTTP requests. Option D is correct because a listening socket with established sessions confirms operational status.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
✗
The server has a firewall blocking connections
Why it's wrong here
ESTABLISHED shows connection succeeded.
✗
The server is overloaded
Why it's wrong here
No evidence of overload from this output.
✗
The server is not running
Why it's wrong here
Listening shows service is running.
✓
The server is running and handling connections
Why this is correct
LISTEN and ESTABLISHED indicate active service.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
CompTIA often tests the misconception that a 'LISTENING' port alone is insufficient to confirm the server is handling connections, but the presence of 'ESTABLISHED' sessions in the exhibit directly proves active traffic handling, making D correct.
Trap categories for this question
Command / output trap
ESTABLISHED shows connection succeeded.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
The 'netstat -an' command output shows TCP socket states: 'LISTENING' means the server is waiting for incoming SYN packets on port 80, while 'ESTABLISHED' indicates a completed three-way handshake (SYN, SYN-ACK, ACK) per RFC 793. In real-world scenarios, a server could be listening but unable to handle new connections due to a full backlog queue (listen(2) backlog), but the exhibit shows active connections, ruling out that subtle failure mode.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
→Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
→Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the PK0-005 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
What to study next
Got this wrong? Here's your next step.
Identify which exam domain this question belongs to, review the core concept, then practise similar questions from the same domain.
Project Management Concepts — This question tests Project Management Concepts — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: The server is running and handling connections — The exhibit shows the web server is in a 'LISTENING' state on port 80, with established connections (ESTABLISHED) to client IPs. This indicates the server process is running, the TCP handshake completed successfully, and it is actively handling HTTP requests. Option D is correct because a listening socket with established sessions confirms operational status.
What should I do if I get this PK0-005 question wrong?
Identify which exam domain this question belongs to, review the core concept, then practise similar questions from the same domain.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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