PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question
In the PRINCE2 RACI model, what does 'Accountable' mean?
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The person who is ultimately answerable for the correct completion of the deliverable
The accountable person is ultimately answerable for the correct and thorough completion of the deliverable or task, and has 'A' in the RACI chart.
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The person who is consulted before decisions are made
Why it's wrong here
That is Consulted.
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The person who does the work
Why it's wrong here
That is Responsible.
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The person who is ultimately answerable for the correct completion of the deliverable
Why this is correct
This is the definition of Accountable.
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The person who is informed after decisions are made
Why it's wrong here
That is Informed.
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