3.1 Define Key Concepts Related to the People Element PRINCE2-FOUNDATION-VERSION-7 Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21expert · hard

   A project manager is leading a project in an organization that has a strong culture of risk aversion and strict adherence to procedures. The project requires innovative solutions and rapid decision-making to meet a tight deadline. The project manager has observed that the team is hesitant to propose creative ideas because they fear breaking the rules. What is the most effective approach to foster a project culture that supports innovation while respecting the organizational culture?

   • AIgnore the organizational culture and focus solely on meeting the project deadline
   • BEncourage the team to challenge the organizational culture and adopt a more risk-taking approach
   • CCreate a subculture within the project that encourages experimentation, while clearly communicating the boundaries of acceptable risk
   • DReplace the current team with people who are more comfortable with risk-taking
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2. 22application · medium

   A project team is known for its collaborative and supportive culture, where team members feel comfortable sharing ideas and admitting mistakes. This has led to innovative solutions and high performance. The project manager wants to maintain this culture as the project grows. Which action is most likely to preserve the positive project culture?

   • AContinue to encourage open communication and recognize team members who demonstrate collaborative behavior
   • BFormalize the culture by writing detailed rules and procedures for how team members should interact
   • CReplace collaborative team members with more competitive individuals to drive performance
   • DFocus on delivering results and assume the culture will take care of itself
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4. 23application · medium

   A large retail company is undertaking a digital transformation project. The project team is based in a separate building and rarely interacts with the rest of the organization. The project manager notices that the team has developed its own informal rules and ways of working that conflict with the company's established procedures. According to PRINCE2's people concepts, what is the most likely cause of this situation?

   • AThe project team is not following the company's project management methodology
   • BThe project team is not receiving enough training on the company's procedures
   • CThe project manager has failed to define the project's organizational structure
   • DThe project team has created a distinct project culture that is not aligned with the organizational culture
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5. 24foundation · easy

   What is the primary focus of leadership in project delivery?

   • AAllocating resources and monitoring budgets
   • BInspiring and motivating people to achieve the project's vision
   • CEnsuring compliance with organizational policies
   • DPlanning and controlling project activities
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6. 25expert · hard

   A project to develop a new public-facing website is facing a tight deadline. The project manager has a strong vision for the website and has already made several design decisions. However, a key stakeholder group, the marketing department, has expressed a desire to be more involved in the design process. The project manager is concerned that involving them will delay the project. What is the best course of action?

   • AProceed with the current design and present it to marketing as a finished product to avoid delays
   • BDelegate the design decisions to the marketing department to avoid conflict
   • CInvite marketing to participate in a co-creation workshop to refine the design, with a clear scope and timebox
   • DAsk marketing to submit their requirements in writing, but do not commit to incorporating them
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