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PK0-005 Practice Question: Which THREE are common types of project…
Which THREE are common types of project organizational structures? (Choose three.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Many exam-takers confuse general organizational descriptors like 'flat' or 'hierarchical' with the specific project organizational structures (functional, matrix, projectized) that the PMBOK Guide defines for the PK0-005 exam.
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Matrix
The three common project organizational structures are Functional, Matrix, and Projectized. Option E (Functional) is correct because in this structure staff are grouped by specialty (e.g., IT, finance) under functional managers, and the project manager has limited authority. Option A (Matrix) is correct because it blends functional and projectized structures, with team members reporting to both a functional manager and a project manager, and it can be weak, balanced, or strong depending on the project manager's authority. Option C (Projectized) is correct because in this structure the project manager has full authority over the team and resources, and team members are dedicated to the project. Options B (Flat) and D (Hierarchical) are not standard PMBOK project organizational structures; they describe broader organizational shapes or reporting layers rather than the recognized project management structures.
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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Matrix
Why this is correct
A matrix structure blends functional and project authority, with staff reporting to both a functional manager and a project manager. Recognising it as one of the standard organisational types satisfies the question's requirement to identify three common project organisational structures.
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Flat
Why it's wrong here
Flat describes a low-layering management style, not a project organisational structure; the recognised types are functional, matrix and projectised, distinguished by where project authority and resources sit. It tempts because flat teams do exist in agile organisations, but that is a cultural trait, not the PMBOK structural classification the question targets.
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Projectized
Why this is correct
In a projectized structure, the project manager holds full authority over the team and resources, which are dedicated to the project. It is one of the three standard organisational types, satisfying the question's requirement to identify common project organisational structures.
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Hierarchical
Why it's wrong here
Hierarchical describes a reporting or authority arrangement within an organisation, not one of the recognised project organisational structures (functional, matrix, projectised). It is tempting because most enterprises do use layered management chains, so the word feels structural, but the exam asks how projects are staffed and governed, not how the company chart is drawn.
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Functional
Why this is correct
Functional structure groups staff by speciality, such as development or marketing, with the project manager holding limited authority. Alongside matrix and projectised, it is one of the three common organisational structures, distinguished by how authority and resources are allocated between functional managers and projects.
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