PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question
In the RACI model used in PRINCE2, what is the difference between accountability (A) and responsibility (R)?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Accountability means ultimate ownership; responsibility means performing the task
Accountability means ultimate ownership and final decision-making authority, while responsibility means performing the work. Option D is correct.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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They are interchangeable terms
Why it's wrong here
They are distinct.
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Accountability means performing the task; responsibility means approving the outcome
Why it's wrong here
This reverses the definitions.
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Accountability is delegated to the Project Manager; responsibility is retained by the Project Board
Why it's wrong here
Accountability cannot be delegated; responsibility can be.
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Accountability means ultimate ownership; responsibility means performing the task
Why this is correct
This correctly distinguishes the two concepts.
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