PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Processes Practice Question
A project is forecast to exceed its stage cost tolerance. What should the Project Manager do?
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
PRINCE2's management by exception requires escalation via an Exception Report when tolerances are forecast to be breached.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Continue and report in the next Highlight Report
Why it's wrong here
Must escalate immediately, not wait.
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Close the project
Why it's wrong here
Only Project Board can decide closure.
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Raise an Exception Report to the Project Board
Why this is correct
PM escalates via Exception Report for decision.
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Increase the project budget and continue
Why it's wrong here
PM cannot unilaterally change tolerances.
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