PfMP Portfolio Governance Practice Question
A portfolio manager is finalizing the Portfolio Charter. Which governance activity ensures that the charter aligns with the organizational strategy?
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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Review the Portfolio Strategic Plan with the Portfolio Governance Committee.
The Portfolio Charter establishes the governance framework and ensures alignment with strategic objectives.
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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Conduct a portfolio audit to verify historical data integrity.
Why it's wrong here
Audits are for compliance, not initial alignment.
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Review the Portfolio Strategic Plan with the Portfolio Governance Committee.
Why this is correct
The Governance Committee must validate the charter against the strategic plan.
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Update the portfolio roadmap with current resource availability.
Why it's wrong here
Roadmap updates follow charter approval.
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Execute a portfolio component authorization process.
Why it's wrong here
Authorization occurs after charter approval.
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