CAPM Practice Question: Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts
Which TWO are types of organizational structures commonly used in project management?
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Functional
Options D and E are correct: Functional and Matrix are two standard organizational structures in project management. Option A (Flat) is a general organizational structure but not specifically recognized in PMI's framework. Option B (Circular) is not a standard project management structure. Option C (Hierarchical) describes a characteristic of structures like functional or matrix, but is not itself a distinct structure defined by PMI.
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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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Flat
Why it's wrong here
Not a recognized project organizational structure.
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Circular
Why it's wrong here
Not a recognized type.
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Hierarchical
Why it's wrong here
This describes reporting lines, not a project structure.
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Functional
Why this is correct
Teams are grouped by function.
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Matrix
Why this is correct
Combines functional and projectized.
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