PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question

In PRINCE2, why is the Project Manager role separated from the Project Assurance role?

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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To ensure independent oversight of the project

Separation ensures independence and objectivity in assurance, preventing conflicts of interest where the PM would be checking their own work.

Answer analysis

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

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To comply with regulatory requirements
Why it's wrong here
No specific regulatory requirement.
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To reduce the cost of the project
Why it's wrong here
Separation may increase cost, not reduce.
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To ensure independent oversight of the project
Why this is correct
Independence is the key reason.
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To allow the Project Manager to focus on team management
Why it's wrong here
This is a benefit but not the primary reason.

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