nerdexam
CompTIA

PK0-004 · Question #659

Objectives and tasks are equally assigned by two different managers. Which of the following BEST describes this organization type?

The correct answer is C. Matrix. A matrix organization is characterized by employees receiving direction from both a functional manager and a project manager, resulting in dual authority over objectives and tasks.

Project management concepts

Question

Objectives and tasks are equally assigned by two different managers. Which of the following BEST describes this organization type?

Options

  • ARACI
  • BFunctional
  • CMatrix
  • DProjectized

How the community answered

(60 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    3% (2)
  • C
    92% (55)
  • D
    3% (2)

Why each option

A matrix organization is characterized by employees receiving direction from both a functional manager and a project manager, resulting in dual authority over objectives and tasks.

ARACI

RACI is a responsibility assignment matrix used to clarify roles (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed) - it is a tool, not an organization type.

BFunctional

In a functional organization, employees report to a single functional manager and project authority is limited - there is no shared dual management structure.

CMatrixCorrect

In a matrix organizational structure, authority and responsibilities are shared between functional managers (who assign objectives related to departmental expertise) and project managers (who assign project-specific tasks). This dual-reporting relationship is the defining feature of matrix organizations, which exist on a spectrum from weak to strong depending on where decision-making authority is concentrated.

DProjectized

In a projectized organization, the project manager holds primary authority over team members, with little to no functional management involvement in daily task assignment.

Concept tested: Matrix organizational structure - dual authority

Source: https://www.pmi.org/learning/library/organizational-structure-influences-project-success-6799

Topics

#matrix organization#organizational structure#dual reporting#project management structures

Community Discussion

No community discussion yet for this question.

Full PK0-004 Practice