PRINCE2-PRACTITIONER Practices Practice Question
A project manager is setting up the project organization. The project involves highly specialized nuclear engineering. The Senior Supplier wants to delegate technical oversight to an external subcontractor. According to PRINCE2, who remains ultimately accountable for the supplier's delivery performance on the Project Board?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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The Senior Supplier
The Senior Supplier on the Project Board remains accountable for the supplier's performance and delivery, regardless of subcontracting layers.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Project Assurance
Why it's wrong here
Project Assurance provides independent monitoring, not delivery accountability.
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The Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
The Project Manager manages day-to-day work, but supplier accountability on the Board rests with the Senior Supplier.
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The external subcontractor's lead engineer
Why it's wrong here
Subcontractors do not hold formal PRINCE2 Project Board accountability.
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The Senior Supplier
Why this is correct
The Senior Supplier represents supplier interests and is accountable for the quality and delivery of supplier products.
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