PRINCE2-PRACTITIONER Practices Practice Question
A team member identifies a variance in project progress where a work package is running two weeks late. According to the Issues practice, what is the immediate first step the Project Manager should take?
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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Capture and log the issue in the Issue Register.
When an event occurs that impacts the project plan and requires management intervention, it must be captured and logged as an issue.
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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Immediately issue an Exception Report to the Project Board.
Why it's wrong here
An Exception Report is only raised if tolerances are forecast to be exceeded.
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Close the work package and assign the tasks to a new contractor.
Why it's wrong here
Action should follow proper assessment, not immediate closure.
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Capture and log the issue in the Issue Register.
Why this is correct
Correct. All formal issues must be captured and logged.
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Modify the Stage Plan tolerance without consulting anyone.
Why it's wrong here
Tolerances can only be changed with Project Board approval.
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