CompTIA · PK0-005
CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) Practice Test
CompTIA Project+ validates the knowledge and skills required to manage the project life cycle, coordinate small-to-medium-sized projects, and support larger projects within an IT environment. It covers project management concepts, life cycle phases, tools and documentation, and IT governance.
Exam Details
Questions
696
Duration
90 minutes
Passing Score
710/900
Difficulty
AssociateLast Updated
Mar 2026
Topics Covered
Project Management ConceptsProject Life Cycle PhasesTools and DocumentationBasics of IT and GovernanceAgile and Waterfall MethodologiesRisk and Issue ManagementStakeholder and Resource Management
CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) Practice Exam Preparation
Use this PK0-005 practice exam to prepare for CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) with realistic questions, detailed explanations, and focused study modes. The practice bank includes 696 questions for CompTIA PK0-005, so you can review the exam steadily instead of relying on one long cram session.
As you practice, pay extra attention to recurring topics such as Project Management Concepts, Project Life Cycle Phases, Tools and Documentation, Basics of IT and Governance, and Agile and Waterfall Methodologies. Start with short sessions to identify weak areas, then move into timed quizzes once your accuracy is consistent.
The explanations are especially useful when you want to connect exam wording to the responsibilities and scenarios described in the official certification guidance. Use the free preview first, then unlock the full question bank when you are ready to build a complete study routine.
Exam Domain Breakdown
Project Management Concepts33%
Project Life Cycle Phases30%
Tools and Documentation19%
Basics of IT and Governance18%
Exam Overview
CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) is an entry-level project management certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to manage the complete project life cycle, coordinate small-to-medium-sized projects, and support larger projects within IT environments. The certification demonstrates competency in fundamental project management concepts, life cycle phases, tools and documentation, and IT governance basics. Launched in November 2022 as version 5 of the exam, Project+ is designed for IT professionals transitioning into project management roles and provides vendor-neutral validation of essential project coordination and planning abilities.
Who Should Take This Exam
CompTIA Project+ is ideal for IT professionals with 6-12 months of hands-on project experience seeking to formalize and validate their project management capabilities. Target roles include aspiring project coordinators, project team members, junior project managers, IT business analysts, and IT administrators looking to advance into project management positions. The certification appeals to help desk technicians, systems administrators, and other IT staff who have participated in or managed small to medium-sized technology projects and want to demonstrate career progression into project leadership positions.
Prerequisites
CompTIA recommends equivalent to 6-12 months of hands-on experience managing projects in an IT environment. While there are no formal prerequisites, candidates should have practical exposure to project planning, execution, and closure activities. Recommended foundational knowledge includes familiarity with basic IT infrastructure, understanding of team dynamics and communication in project settings, awareness of common project management methodologies (Agile and Waterfall), and exposure to project documentation practices. Prior IT certifications such as CompTIA A+ or Network+ are beneficial but not required.
Exam Format
The CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) exam contains a maximum of 90 scored questions presented in multiple-choice and performance-based formats. The exam must be completed within 90 minutes, allowing approximately one minute per question. The exam uses a scaled scoring system ranging from 100 to 900, with a passing score of 710. The exam is delivered through Pearson VUE testing centers or via OnVUE online proctored delivery. The exam is available in English, Japanese, and Thai languages.
Skills Measured
- 1.Project Management Concepts (33%) — Planning techniques, work breakdown structures, resource allocation, team coordination, communication management, risk identification, and foundational project management principles for small to medium-sized initiatives
- 2.Project Life Cycle Phases (30%) — Project discovery, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure activities; deliverables at each phase; transition from one phase to the next; and phase-gate reviews
- 3.Tools and Documentation (19%) — Gantt charts, dashboards, project schedules, status reports, quality analysis tools, change management documentation, and artifact organization and maintenance
- 4.Basics of IT and Governance (18%) — IT security considerations, compliance requirements, IT infrastructure concepts, governance frameworks, organizational policies, and how these elements integrate with project management
Study Tips
- Leverage CompTIA's official CertMaster Learn platform, which provides hands-on practice exercises, scenario-based learning modules, and year-long access to study materials designed specifically for the PK0-005 exam objectives
- Practice with performance-based questions since the exam includes this question type; focus on realistic project scenarios requiring you to create work breakdown structures, manage risks, and coordinate resources
- Study the four exam domains proportionally: dedicate 33% of study time to Project Management Concepts, 30% to Project Life Cycle Phases, 19% to Tools and Documentation, and 18% to IT and Governance to ensure balanced preparation
- Master the distinction between Agile and Waterfall methodologies and practice scenarios where you must select appropriate approaches for different project types and organizational contexts
- Use practice exams and study guides to reinforce your understanding of real-world project scenarios, including change control processes, stakeholder communication, issue and risk management techniques, and project documentation best practices
Career Benefits
CompTIA Project+ certification validates entry-level project management competencies and significantly enhances career prospects for IT professionals. Certified professionals qualify for roles such as project coordinator, junior project manager, IT project administrator, and project analyst across industries. The certification demonstrates to employers that candidates possess essential project management skills, business acumen, and communication abilities required to successfully deliver projects. With the median annual salary for IT project managers at approximately $97,000-$98,000, and entry-level project coordinator roles starting at $50,000-$75,000 with potential to exceed $100,000 with experience, the certification offers a strong return on investment. Project+ serves as a valuable stepping stone toward advanced project management certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or Agile certifications, and combining it with related IT certifications or practical experience significantly increases earning potential and career advancement opportunities.
Sample Questions
5 sample questions with answers and explanations. Start a practice session to test yourself across all 696 questions.
Preview — answers shown1. During a sprint retrospective at Adatum, the Scrum team has completed 25, 28, and 26 story points over the past three sprints. The product backlog shows 156 remaining story points. How many additional sprints are likely needed? (Select one!)
A7 sprints
B5 sprints
C6 sprints
D4 sprints
Explanation
Velocity is the average number of story points completed per sprint. The team's velocity is (25 + 28 + 26) / 3 = 26.33 story points per sprint. To complete 156 remaining story points: 156 / 26.33 = 5.92 sprints, which rounds up to 6 sprints. Velocity helps teams forecast delivery dates based on historical performance and only accounts for fully completed stories.
2. Northwind Traders is implementing a new cloud-based SaaS HR management system to replace their on-premise solution. The IT team is concerned about responsibility for different infrastructure layers. In a SaaS model, what does the customer organization manage? (Select one!)
AOperating system, middleware, runtime, and application
BHypervisor, storage, and networking infrastructure
CApplication configuration, user data, and access controls
DOnly user access; the vendor manages all other aspects
Explanation
In SaaS (Software as a Service), the customer only manages application configuration, user data, and access controls. The vendor manages infrastructure, operating system, middleware, runtime, and application. This differs from PaaS (customer manages applications and data) and IaaS (customer manages OS, middleware, runtime, applications, and data). In all cloud models, the customer always owns their data, but the vendor handles all infrastructure and platform layers in SaaS. The key distinction: SaaS = use the software, PaaS = build your apps, IaaS = control the infrastructure.
3. Northwind's software development team has completed coding a new feature. Which sequence correctly orders the typical testing types from earliest to latest in the testing process? (Select one!)
AUnit testing → Integration testing → System testing → User Acceptance Testing
BIntegration testing → Unit testing → Smoke testing → User Acceptance Testing
CUser Acceptance Testing → System testing → Integration testing → Unit testing
DSmoke testing → Regression testing → Unit testing → Integration testing
Explanation
Unit testing → Integration testing → System testing → User Acceptance Testing is correct because this follows the standard testing pyramid sequence: unit tests verify individual components first, integration tests verify components working together, system tests verify the complete application, and UAT confirms the system meets business requirements with end users. User Acceptance Testing → System testing → Integration testing → Unit testing reverses the proper sequence and would be wasteful and inefficient. Smoke testing → Regression testing → Unit testing → Integration testing is incorrect because smoke and regression tests are not primary sequential phases but specific test types that occur at various points in the process. Integration testing → Unit testing → Smoke testing → User Acceptance Testing is wrong because unit testing should precede integration testing—individual components must be verified before testing how they work together.
4. Northwind is implementing a new enterprise system. The project manager needs to select between two schedule compression techniques. The project has limited budget but can accept increased risk. Which technique is most appropriate? (Select one!)
AFast tracking, as it overlaps sequential activities without additional cost
BResource smoothing, as it maintains the project timeline
CResource leveling, as it optimizes resource allocation
DCrashing, as it adds resources to critical path activities
Explanation
Fast tracking involves overlapping or performing activities in parallel that were originally planned in sequence. It does not require additional cost but increases risk due to potential rework. Crashing adds resources to compress the schedule but increases costs, which doesn't fit the budget constraint.
5. Contoso must verify that their software deliverable meets technical specifications and also confirm with the customer that it solves their actual business problem. Which quality concepts are being applied respectively? (Select one!)
AQuality Assurance for specifications, Quality Control for customer confirmation
BVerification for specifications, Validation for customer confirmation
CValidation for specifications, Verification for customer confirmation
DQuality Control for specifications, Quality Assurance for customer confirmation
Explanation
Verification answers the question 'Are we building the product right?' and focuses on whether the deliverable conforms to technical specifications, requirements, and design documents — an internal process check. Validation answers the question 'Are we building the right product?' and confirms with the customer or end user that the deliverable meets their actual needs and business objectives. Verification comes first and is followed by validation.
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