PRINCE2F Overview of PRINCE2 and Principles Practice Question
A project board is reviewing the PRINCE2 principles to ensure the project is compliant. They note that the project has a business case, but it was created at the start and has not been updated since. Which PRINCE2 principle is being violated?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is assuming that simply having a business case is enough, when the principle requires that it is continuously reviewed and updated.
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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Continued business justification
The principle of continued business justification mandates that a PRINCE2 project must have a justifiable business case that is reviewed and updated at key points, such as stage boundaries. A static business case that is not revisited can lead to a project continuing without valid justification. The scenario describes exactly that, so the violated principle is continued business justification.
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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Continued business justification
Why this is correct
Continued business justification requires that a project has a valid business case that is reviewed and updated throughout the project. If the business case is not updated, the project may continue even if it no longer delivers value. This principle ensures that the project remains aligned with business objectives and should be stopped if justification is lost. The scenario directly violates this principle.
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Manage by stages
Why it's wrong here
Manage by stages involves dividing the project into manageable stages and making key decisions at stage boundaries. The scenario does not mention stages or stage boundaries; it focuses on the business case not being updated. While managing by stages includes reviewing the business case at stage ends, the core violation here is the lack of ongoing justification, not the stage structure itself.
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Focus on products
Why it's wrong here
Focus on products means defining and delivering products that meet agreed quality criteria. The scenario does not discuss product definitions or quality; it is about the business case not being updated. Therefore, this principle is not the one being violated. The issue is with the ongoing viability of the project, not with product focus.
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Learn from experience
Why it's wrong here
Learn from experience involves capturing and applying lessons throughout the project. The scenario does not mention lessons or reviews; it is specifically about the business case being static. While learning from experience might include reviewing the business case, the primary principle at stake is continued business justification. Thus, this principle is not the one being violated.
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