PRINCE2-PRACTITIONER Processes Practice Question
In the Controlling a Stage process, what is the primary purpose of regular Checkpoint Reports submitted by Team Managers to the Project Manager?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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To report progress on Work Packages against agreed Work Package tolerances
Checkpoint Reports provide the Project Manager with progress updates on individual Work Packages against agreed tolerances.
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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To evaluate the overall Business Case viability for the whole project
Why it's wrong here
Business Case viability is a Project Board responsibility handled via End Stage Reports or Highlight Reports.
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To report progress on Work Packages against agreed Work Package tolerances
Why this is correct
Checkpoint Reports are used by Team Managers to report the status of Work Packages to the Project Manager.
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To formally close completed specialist products
Why it's wrong here
Product sign-off happens through quality reviews, not Checkpoint Reports.
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To request authorization for the next stage from the Project Board
Why it's wrong here
Stage authorization is handled during Managing a Stage Boundary and Directing a Project.
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