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PK0-005 Project Life Cycle Practice Question

Which contract type places the most cost risk on the seller?

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

Fixed-price

In a fixed-price contract, the seller bears the risk of cost overruns because the price is set regardless of actual costs.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • Cost-reimbursable

    Why it's wrong here

    Cost-reimbursable places risk on the buyer.

  • Fixed-price

    Why this is correct

    Correct: Seller bears cost risk.

  • Time and materials (T&M)

    Why it's wrong here

    T&M shares risk; seller gets paid for time and materials.

  • Cost-plus-fixed-fee

    Why it's wrong here

    A type of cost-reimbursable, buyer bears risk.

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