PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Practices Practice Question
During the Controlling a Stage process, the Team Manager reports that a work package is likely to be completed later than planned. The Project Manager assesses that stage tolerances will not be exceeded. What should the Project Manager do?
⚠ Common exam trap
Watch out — candidates often confuse a work package delay with a stage tolerance breach and incorrectly escalate to the Project Board via an Exception Report, failing to recognize that the Project Manager has authority to take corrective action within tolerances.
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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Take corrective action within the stage tolerance
D is correct because the Project Manager has assessed that the delay will not exceed the stage tolerances set by the Project Board. In PRINCE2, the Project Manager is empowered to take corrective action within stage tolerances without escalating to the Project Board. This ensures the stage remains on track while the Project Manager manages the work package deviation at their level.
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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Request a change to the Work Package
Why it's wrong here
No change is needed as tolerances are not exceeded.
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Update the Project Plan to reflect the delay
Why it's wrong here
The Project Plan is updated at stage boundaries, not during controlling a stage for minor delays.
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Raise an Exception Report to the Project Board
Why it's wrong here
Exception Report is only needed if tolerances are forecast to be exceeded.
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Take corrective action within the stage tolerance
Why this is correct
The PM can manage deviations within tolerance.
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