5.2 Explain the Objectives of the PRINCE2 Processes PRINCE2-FOUNDATION-VERSION-7 Practice Questions (Page 6)

Questions 26–30

1. 26application · medium

   At the end of a stage, the project manager prepares a stage boundary report and an updated business case. What is the purpose of these documents?

   • ATo close the project formally.
   • BTo update the project mandate.
   • CTo provide the project board with information to authorize the next stage.
   • DTo inform the team managers of the next work packages.
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2. 27application · medium

   A project manager is asked to start a project, but the project mandate is unclear and there is no executive sponsor yet. According to PRINCE2, what should happen during Starting up a Project?

   • ADevelop the detailed business case and project plan.
   • BDeliver the first work package to the team.
   • CAppoint the executive and project manager, and ensure the project is viable.
   • DAuthorize the project and allocate resources.
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4. 28expert · hard

   A project board is reviewing a stage boundary report and notices that the project's costs are significantly over budget, but the stage is almost complete. The project board must decide whether to authorize the next stage. What should the project board consider?

   • AThe stage plan and whether the current stage was completed on time.
   • BThe project plan and whether the next stage can be completed within the original budget.
   • CThe business case and whether the project remains viable despite the cost overrun.
   • DThe team managers' performance and whether they can improve.
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5. 29foundation · easy

   What is the main purpose of the Controlling a Stage process?

   • ATo provide overall control and decision-making for the project board
   • BTo deliver the project's products and manage work packages
   • CTo plan the next stage and update the business case
   • DTo monitor progress, manage issues and risks, and ensure the stage stays on track
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6. 30foundation · easy

   Which of the following is an objective of the Controlling a Stage process?

   • ATo prepare the project brief and initiate the project
   • BTo manage issues and risks that arise during the stage
   • CTo authorize the project to proceed to the next stage
   • DTo evaluate the benefits achieved at the end of the project
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