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MB-920 Practice Question: Describe the core capabilities of the finance and operations apps

A company uses Dynamics 365 Project Operations to manage its consulting projects. They need to track project profitability by comparing actual costs against budgeted costs. Which module should they primarily use?

⚠ Common exam trap

Test-takers frequently confuse the operational data entry modules (timesheets, expenses, invoicing) with the analytical module that actually performs cost-to-budget comparison, leading them to select a module that captures data but does not provide profitability analysis.

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

Project management and accounting

The Project management and accounting module in Dynamics 365 Project Operations is the primary module for tracking project profitability because it integrates budgeted costs, actual costs, and revenue recognition. It provides the cost control and variance analysis capabilities needed to compare actual costs against budgeted costs, enabling profitability tracking at the project level.

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

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

  • Expense management

    Why it's wrong here

    Expense management handles employee expenses but not project budgets.

  • Billing and invoicing

    Why it's wrong here

    Billing and invoicing handles customer invoices, not internal cost analysis.

  • Timesheet entry

    Why it's wrong here

    Timesheet entry captures hours but does not provide budget comparison.

  • Project management and accounting

    Why this is correct

    This module includes budget tracking and cost control for projects.

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