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PK0-005 Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are examples of key…
Which TWO of the following are examples of key performance indicators (KPIs) used to measure project success?
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently confuse project artifacts (like the WBS or charter) or process metrics (like meeting frequency) with true performance indicators that quantitatively compare actual progress against baselines.
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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Schedule variance (SV)
Schedule variance (SV) and cost performance index (CPI) are both standard key performance indicators (KPIs) defined in earned value management (EVM). SV measures the difference between earned value and planned value, indicating whether the project is ahead or behind schedule. CPI measures cost efficiency by comparing earned value to actual cost, directly reflecting project budget performance.
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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Project charter approval date
Why it's wrong here
A date is not a performance indicator.
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Number of team meetings per week
Why it's wrong here
Not a standard KPI.
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Schedule variance (SV)
Why this is correct
SV is a KPI for schedule performance.
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Work breakdown structure (WBS)
Why it's wrong here
WBS is a tool, not a KPI.
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Cost performance index (CPI)
Why this is correct
CPI is a KPI for cost performance.
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