Free CompTIA Project+ PK0-005 Actual Exam Questions - Question 8 Discussion

D. If the sponsor found out about issues but can’t say what the next steps are, it sounds like the communication plan isn’t working right. It should clearly define who shares what info and when, so everyone’s on the same page about actions to take. The dashboard might have the data, but if it’s not reaching or being understood by the sponsor due to gaps in communication channels or timing, just fixing the dashboard won’t help.

I see it as more of a communication plan issue (D). If the sponsor is unaware of next steps, it means the info flow isn’t properly defined or followed. The risk register (C) tracks potential problems but doesn’t guide follow-up actions to the sponsor, so less likely. The communication plan should specify how and when updates, including next steps, reach key people.

It’s A—the project dashboard should highlight issues and next steps clearly.

If the sponsor is caught off guard by the issues and unsure about next steps, it suggests there might be a breakdown in how updates or decisions are communicated. The project dashboard usually just shows status, so it might not cover what actions to take. Gap analysis focuses on performance differences, not communication. The risk register tracks risks but doesn’t necessarily outline who acts next. So revisiting the communication plan to clarify escalation and decision routes seems logical. But could it also mean the risk register lacks actionable mitigation steps that feed into communication?

C. If the sponsor only just found out about the issues and has no clue on next steps, the risk register might not be up to date with potential problems and responses. That means risks aren’t being tracked properly, so it’s hard for the sponsor to act. Without a solid risk register, even a clear communication plan won’t help because there’s no concrete info on what risks exist or what to do about them.

D. If the sponsor didn’t know the next steps, it sounds like the communication plan isn’t clear about who’s responsible for what after issues come up. Without that clarity, even if the info gets shared, no one knows how to follow up. So revising the communication plan would help make roles and next actions more explicit.

D, the communication plan should clarify who decides next steps and how info flows.

It’s A. If the sponsor learned about issues but can’t act, maybe the project dashboard isn’t showing clear, actionable info. That would explain the confusion on next steps.

D