Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) — Question 398

What is one of the main purposes of the project charter?

Answer options

• A. Formal authorization of the existence of the project
• B. Formal acceptance of the project management plan
• C. Formal approval of the detailed project budget
• D. Formal definition of stakeholder roles and responsibilities

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because the project charter serves as the formal document that authorizes the project and provides the project manager with the authority to allocate resources. The other options, while important, pertain to different stages of project management and do not reflect the foundational purpose of the project charter.