PRINCE2-PRACTITIONER Principles Practice Question
Which THREE of the following factors should be considered when applying the PRINCE2 principle 'Tailor to suit the project'?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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The risk profile and geographical dispersion of the project team.
Tailoring adapts the method based on project size, complexity, importance, team capability, environment, and risk profile.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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The requirement to alter mandatory PRINCE2 principles to suit executive convenience.
Why it's wrong here
PRINCE2 principles are universal and cannot be altered or omitted; only the practices and governance can be tailored.
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The risk profile and geographical dispersion of the project team.
Why this is correct
Geographic dispersion and risk profiles affect how communication, control, and reporting methods are tailored.
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The personal preferences and favorite management frameworks of individual team members.
Why it's wrong here
Tailoring is driven by project needs, environment, and organizational standards, not personal whims.
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The scale, complexity, and importance of the project.
Why this is correct
Project size and complexity directly dictate how much governance and documentation are required.
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The organizational culture, environment, and existing corporate governance standards.
Why this is correct
Methodologies must align with corporate culture and existing enterprise governance frameworks.
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