The answer is CR001 only, because it is the sole change request in the exhibit with the “Approval Needed” field marked as Yes, which directly indicates that formal CCB approval is required. In the CompTIA Project+ PK0-005 framework, the change control board (CCB) must formally approve any change that has a significant impact on scope, schedule, cost, or quality, and the change log explicitly flags these requests with an approval requirement. This question tests your ability to read a change log and distinguish between changes needing formal approval versus those that can be handled through less rigorous processes. A common trap is assuming that all documented changes require CCB sign-off, but only those with the “Approval Needed” marker do—CR004, for example, does not require it per the log. To remember this, think of the change log as a traffic light: if the “Approval Needed” light is red (Yes), stop for formal CCB approval; if green (No), proceed with a faster, pre-approved path.
PK0-005 Project Life Cycle Phases Practice Question
This PK0-005 practice question tests your understanding of project life cycle phases. 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
Change Request Log (Excerpt)
CR ID | Description | Status | Impact Assessment | Approval Needed
CR001 | Add new report | Open | Cost +$5k, Time +1wk | Yes
CR002 | Remove feature X | Approved | Cost -$2k, Time -3d | No
CR003 | Change color scheme | Rejected | N/A | N/A
CR004 | Update user manual | Open | Cost +$1k, Time +2d | No
Refer to the exhibit. Which change request(s) require formal approval from the change control board?
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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CR001 only
Only CR001 has 'Approval Needed' marked as Yes, indicating it requires formal CCB approval. CR004 does not require approval per the log.
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.
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CR002 and CR003
Why it's wrong here
CR002 is already approved, and CR003 is rejected; neither requires new approval.
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CR001 and CR004
Why it's wrong here
CR004 does not require approval.
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All open change requests
Why it's wrong here
Only CR001 requires approval; CR004 is open but does not need approval.
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CR001 only
Why this is correct
CR001 specifically requires approval.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
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.
Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
→Underline the problem statement mentally.
→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 PK0-005 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Project Life Cycle Phases — This question tests Project Life Cycle Phases — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: CR001 only — Only CR001 has 'Approval Needed' marked as Yes, indicating it requires formal CCB approval. CR004 does not require approval per the log.
What should I do if I get this PK0-005 question wrong?
Identify which PK0-005 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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