PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Processes Practice Question
A Project Manager is planning the next stage. The current stage is on track and within tolerance. Which process is being performed?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates confuse 'Controlling a Stage' (which manages the current stage's day-to-day activities) with 'Managing a Stage Boundary' (which plans the next stage), even though the question explicitly states the current stage is on track and the focus is on planning the next stage.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Managing a Stage Boundary
The Managing a Stage Boundary process is performed at the end of each stage (except the final stage) to plan the next stage, update the business case, and assess project viability. Since the current stage is on track and within tolerance, the Project Manager is executing this process to prepare for the next stage by producing a Stage Plan and an Exception Report if needed.
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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Managing a Stage Boundary
Why this is correct
SB plans the next stage.
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Directing a Project
Why it's wrong here
DP authorizes plans.
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Controlling a Stage
Why it's wrong here
CS manages current stage work.
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Initiating a Project
Why it's wrong here
IP is only at the start.
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