CompTIA · PK0-005
CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005) Practice Tests
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
Practice Questions
696
≈ 7 practice exams
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. The full bank has 696 questions, enough for 7 full-length practice exams.
Preview — answers shown1. Who is typically responsible for creating the project charter, and who must sign it to formally authorize the project? (Select one!)
AProject sponsor creates it; project manager signs it
BPMO creates it; steering committee signs it
CProject manager creates it; project sponsor signs it
DProject manager creates it; project manager signs it
Explanation
The project charter is typically created by the project manager (sometimes with PMO assistance) and must be signed by the project sponsor to formally authorize the project. The sponsor's signature grants the project manager authority to apply organizational resources and formally brings the project into existence. The project manager cannot self-authorize their own project, as they lack the organizational authority to commit resources. While the PMO may provide templates and the steering committee may provide governance oversight, it is the project sponsor who holds the authority to formally authorize projects through their signature.
2. Litware is subject to HIPAA regulations for a healthcare application project. A data breach affecting patient records occurs. Which two statements about HIPAA compliance obligations are correct? (Select two!)
Multiple correct answersABreach notification to affected individuals and HHS must occur within 60 days of discovery
BBreach notification must occur within 72 hours to comply with HIPAA requirements
CProtected Health Information (PHI) is defined by HIPAA with 18 specific identifying elements
DHIPAA protects all Personally Identifiable Information including financial records
EPHI can be de-identified by removing only the most sensitive identifiers like SSN and name
Explanation
HIPAA requires breach notification within 60 days of discovery to affected individuals and the Department of Health and Human Services. PHI under HIPAA is defined by 18 specific identifiers, and data must have all 18 removed to be considered de-identified under the Safe Harbor method. The 72-hour notification window belongs to GDPR, not HIPAA. HIPAA specifically protects health information, not all PII.
3. A Tailspin project team first categorizes risks by probability and impact using a 5x5 matrix, then runs Monte Carlo simulation to calculate schedule risk in days. Which analyses are being used? (Select one!)
ABoth are qualitative risk analysis techniques
BThe probability-impact matrix is qualitative; Monte Carlo simulation is quantitative
CThe probability-impact matrix is quantitative; Monte Carlo simulation is qualitative
DBoth are quantitative risk analysis techniques
Explanation
Qualitative risk analysis uses subjective assessments to prioritize risks based on probability and impact categories, typically using tools like probability-impact matrices and color-coded heat maps. Quantitative risk analysis uses numerical methods and statistical techniques to estimate the effect of risks on project objectives, such as Monte Carlo simulation, decision trees, and Expected Monetary Value (EMV). The probability-impact matrix categorizes risks subjectively, while Monte Carlo simulation runs thousands of iterations to produce numerical probability distributions for outcomes.
4. A WBS must follow the 100% rule and the 8/80 rule. What do these rules mean? (Select two!)
Multiple correct answersAThe WBS must include 100% of the project scope, including all deliverables and project work
BNo work package should require less than 8 hours or more than 80 hours of effort
CEach work package must be completed within 8 to 80 calendar days
DThe WBS must have exactly 100 elements to be considered valid
EQuality assurance must catch 80% of defects before final testing
Explanation
The WBS must include 100% of the project scope, including all deliverables and project work is correct because the 100% rule ensures the WBS captures all scope - nothing is missing and nothing extra is included at each decomposition level. No work package should require less than 8 hours or more than 80 hours of effort is correct because the 8/80 rule provides practical boundaries for work package sizing to enable effective estimation and progress tracking. Each work package must be completed within 8 to 80 calendar days is wrong because the 8/80 rule refers to effort hours, not calendar duration in days. The WBS must have exactly 100 elements to be considered valid is wrong because the 100% rule refers to scope coverage completeness, not a specific count of elements. Quality assurance must catch 80% of defects before final testing is wrong because this describes a quality metric, not a WBS structural rule.
5. A project manager at Northwind must deliver a critical infrastructure upgrade 30 days earlier than originally scheduled. The project is currently on the critical path with sequential tasks. The budget has some flexibility. Which two schedule compression techniques should the project manager consider? (Select two!)
Multiple correct answersAFast tracking to overlap sequential activities on the critical path
BCrashing by adding resources to critical path activities
CResource leveling to smooth out resource allocation
DAdding lag time between dependent tasks
EImplementing a fixed-price contract with the vendor
Explanation
Fast tracking and crashing are the two schedule compression techniques. Fast tracking involves overlapping activities that were previously sequential, which increases risk but typically doesn't add cost. Crashing involves adding resources (more people, overtime, expedited shipping) to shorten durations on the critical path, which increases cost but can reduce schedule significantly. Resource leveling actually extends the schedule, lag time delays activities, and contract type doesn't compress schedules. Since the budget has flexibility, crashing is viable, and both techniques can be used together.
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