PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Practices Practice Question
A project is forecast to exceed its cost tolerance. What should the Project Manager do first?
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently think the Project Manager can simply request more tolerance or continue reporting normally, failing to recognize that PRINCE2 mandates immediate escalation via an Exception Report when tolerance is forecast to be exceeded.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Raise an Exception Report to the Project Board
D is correct because PRINCE2 requires the Project Manager to escalate any forecast deviation beyond tolerance to the Project Board via an Exception Report. This triggers a formal decision process, ensuring the board can authorize corrective action before the situation worsens.
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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Ask the Project Board for more tolerance
Why it's wrong here
Formal escalation via Exception Report is required first.
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Close the project
Why it's wrong here
Closing the project is a decision for the Project Board.
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Continue with the current plan and report in the next Highlight Report
Why it's wrong here
Escalation is immediate, not delayed.
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Raise an Exception Report to the Project Board
Why this is correct
Correct. Escalate via Exception Report.
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