CAPM Practice Question: Project Management Fundamentals and Core Concepts
Which TWO of the following are examples of project constraints? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
PMI often tests the distinction between constraints (fixed limits like scope, time, cost, quality) and other project management concepts (like risk, work packages, or resource calendars) to see if candidates confuse inputs or processes with constraints.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Scope
Scope is a classic project constraint because it defines the boundaries of what the project will deliver. Any change to scope directly impacts time, cost, and quality, making it one of the triple constraints in project management.
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Scope
Why this is correct
Scope defines the boundaries of the project and is a key constraint.
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Risk
Why it's wrong here
Risk is an uncertain event, not a constraint.
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Work package
Why it's wrong here
A work package is a deliverable at the lowest level of the WBS, not a constraint.
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Quality
Why this is correct
Quality requirements are constraints that the project must meet.
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Resource calendar
Why it's wrong here
Resource calendars show availability but are not constraints themselves.
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