2.1 Assess Whether an Approach to Leadership and Management of Teams Is Appropriate (3.3, 3.1) PRINCE2-PRACTITIONER-VERSION-7 Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11foundation · easy

   In a project crisis where immediate action is required to prevent failure, which leadership style is most appropriate?

   • AAutocratic leadership, making quick decisions and directing the team clearly.
   • BLaissez-faire leadership, allowing the team to figure out the solution without direction.
   • CDemocratic leadership, holding lengthy discussions to reach consensus.
   • DTransformational leadership, focusing on long-term vision and inspiration.
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2. 12foundation · easy

   Which stakeholder need is most likely to influence a project manager to adopt a more participative leadership style?

   • AStakeholders want to be consulted and involved in key decisions.
   • BStakeholders have no interest in the project's progress.
   • CStakeholders demand that the project manager make all decisions.
   • DStakeholders require strict adherence to a fixed schedule.
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4. 13application · medium

   A project manager is leading a project that is innovative and requires the team to develop new solutions. The team is creative and motivated but lacks a clear direction. The project manager needs to channel the team's creativity towards the project's goals. Which is the most important action for the project manager to take?

   • AProvide a clear vision and inspire the team to work towards it.
   • BCreate a detailed project plan and monitor progress against it.
   • CDelegate all decisions to the team to maximize their creative freedom.
   • DUse a coercive style to ensure the team follows the project plan strictly.
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5. 14expert · hard

   A project manager is leading a project that is part of a larger program. The program has a strict governance framework, and the project manager must align with it. The project team is experienced and prefers a flexible approach. The project manager needs to balance the program's requirements with the team's preferences. What is the most appropriate approach?

   • AUse a coercive style with the team to ensure they comply with the program's governance requirements.
   • BPersuade the program to relax its governance requirements to match the team's preference for flexibility.
   • CAdapt the team's working style to meet the program's governance requirements, while explaining the reasons to the team.
   • DUse a delegative style with the team and handle the governance requirements directly with the program.
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6. 15application · medium

   A project manager is leading a project that is in crisis. The project has failed a major milestone, and the team is panicking. The project manager needs to stabilize the situation and provide clear direction. Which leadership style is most appropriate?

   • ACoercive leadership, giving clear, direct orders to get the project back on track immediately.
   • BAffiliative leadership, focusing on calming the team and building consensus before acting.
   • CDelegative leadership, letting the team figure out how to recover from the missed milestone.
   • DDemocratic leadership, holding a team meeting to discuss the options and vote on the next steps.
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