Which artifact defines the total scope of work to be performed on the project?

• A. Project scope
• B. Deliverable
• C. Project Charter
• D. Milestone

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is understanding what defines the extent of work for a project. The artifact that captures the total scope of work to be performed is the project scope. It includes all the deliverables and the work required to create them, while also establishing boundaries that separate what is in scope from what is out of scope. In practice, this is documented in the project scope statement, which lists deliverables, boundaries, acceptance criteria, constraints, and assumptions. This document provides the baseline for planning, execution, and control, guiding what the team will do and what will not be included. A deliverable is the actual product or result produced; the project charter authorizes the project at a high level; a milestone marks a significant event in the schedule.