PfMP Portfolio Performance Management Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are responsibilities of the Portfolio Governance Board?
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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Authorizing portfolio components.
The board sets strategy and authorizes key changes.
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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Testing software code.
Why it's wrong here
Tactical task.
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Ordering office furniture.
Why it's wrong here
Administrative task.
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Writing the daily project status emails.
Why it's wrong here
That is the job of the project manager.
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Authorizing portfolio components.
Why this is correct
The board has the authority to greenlight investments.
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Reviewing and approving major portfolio-level changes.
Why this is correct
The board approves significant strategic changes.
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