PRINCE2-PRACTITIONER Processes Practice Question
Which THREE of the following activities are part of the Controlling a Stage (CS) process?
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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Authorizing a Work Package
Controlling a Stage includes authorizing work packages, reviewing work package status, and capturing and assessing issues and risks.
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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Authorizing project closure
Why it's wrong here
Project closure is authorized by the Project Board in DP, not CS.
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Preparing the initial Project Brief
Why it's wrong here
The Project Brief is prepared during Starting up a Project.
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Authorizing a Work Package
Why this is correct
The Project Manager authorizes Work Packages to Team Managers under CS.
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Capturing and assessing issues and risks
Why this is correct
Managing ongoing issues and risks is a core CS activity.
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Reviewing work package status
Why this is correct
The Project Manager regularly reviews checkpoint reports and status.
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