PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Processes Practice Question
A Project Manager is about to begin work on a new stage. Which document provides the authority to proceed with the stage?
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Why each option matters
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Stage Plan
The Project Board authorises the stage by approving the Stage Plan. Work cannot start without this authorised plan.
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Project Brief
Why it's wrong here
The Project Brief is created in SU and used for initiation, not stage authorisation.
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Stage Plan
Why this is correct
The approved Stage Plan gives the PM authority to execute the stage.
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Project Initiation Documentation
Why it's wrong here
PID is the overall project baseline, not stage-specific authority.
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Business Case
Why it's wrong here
The Business Case justifies the project but does not authorise stages.
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