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 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21foundation · easy

   Which factor is most important when judging whether a leadership approach is appropriate for a project?

   • AThe project's budget size.
   • BThe number of stakeholders in the project.
   • CThe personal preference of the project manager.
   • DThe experience and maturity of the project team.
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2. 22application · medium

   A project manager is leading a project where the team is distributed across different time zones. The project manager needs to ensure that work is coordinated effectively and that team members feel connected. Which team management approach is most appropriate?

   • ACommand-and-control, with the project manager coordinating all activities centrally.
   • BDelegation, assigning tasks and expecting regular status updates.
   • CEmpowerment, giving team members the authority to make decisions within their areas of responsibility.
   • DLaissez-faire, leaving the team to manage itself without any coordination.
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4. 23expert · hard

   A project manager is leading a project where the team is highly skilled but has a low tolerance for bureaucracy. The project's governance framework requires detailed documentation and regular status reports. The project manager needs to ensure compliance with governance while keeping the team motivated. What is the most appropriate approach?

   • ADelegate the documentation tasks to a junior team member to shield the senior team from bureaucracy.
   • BExplain the reasons for the governance requirements and involve the team in streamlining the documentation process.
   • CEnforce the governance requirements strictly, making it clear that compliance is non-negotiable.
   • DIgnore the governance requirements to keep the team motivated, and report only the minimum necessary.
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5. 24application · medium

   A project manager is taking over a project that is behind schedule. The team is demotivated and unclear about the project's goals. The project manager needs to realign the team and get the project back on track. Which combination of actions best demonstrates effective leadership and management?

   • ASet a clear vision and inspire the team, while also defining specific tasks and monitoring progress.
   • BFocus solely on creating a detailed project plan and tracking milestones.
   • CDelegate all planning and monitoring to the team, trusting them to self-correct.
   • DFocus solely on motivating the team and building a positive culture.
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6. 25foundation · easy

   What is a key benefit of using an 'empowerment' approach to team management?

   • AIt speeds up decision-making by allowing the project manager to decide alone.
   • BIt eliminates the need for project management oversight.
   • CIt increases team motivation and ownership by giving members authority over their work.
   • DIt ensures strict compliance with project processes and reduces the risk of errors.
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