CAPM Practice Question: Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts
During project planning, the team identifies that the project requires a specific vendor for a critical component. Which process group is being executed?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Planning
Identifying procurement needs, such as requiring a specific vendor, is part of the Planning process group. Initiating focuses on project authorization, Executing on performing the work, and Closing on finalizing project activities.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Initiating
Why it's wrong here
Initiating involves authorizing the project or phase, not detailed procurement planning.
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Closing
Why it's wrong here
Closing finalizes contracts and project, not initial vendor identification.
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Executing
Why it's wrong here
Executing implements plans; procurement decisions are planned earlier.
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Planning
Why this is correct
Procurement planning is a Planning process.
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