- A
Proceed with the plan as the supplier has always delivered eventually
Why wrong: Ignoring a known risk is not PRINCE2 best practice.
- B
Adjust the business case to remove the supplier dependency
Why wrong: Changing the business case requires formal change control.
- C
Ask the project board to approve the project with a note about the risk
Why wrong: The project board should be informed, but the risk must be formally recorded.
- D
Record the risk in the risk register and plan a response in the risk management approach
Risks must be formally recorded and managed.
Question 740 of 1,731
PRINCE2F Project Initiation and Stages Practice Question
This PRINCE2F practice question tests your understanding of project initiation and stages. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
During the Initiating a Project process, the project manager identifies that the business case relies on a key supplier delivering critical components by a fixed date. However, the supplier has a history of delays. What should the project manager do?
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
✓
Record the risk in the risk register and plan a response in the risk management approach
In PRINCE2, the risk register is the central repository for recording all identified risks, and the risk management approach defines how risks will be managed throughout the project. During the Initiating a Project process, the project manager must formally document the supplier delay risk and plan appropriate responses (e.g., mitigation, contingency) within the risk management approach. This ensures the risk is actively managed rather than ignored or deferred, aligning with PRINCE2's principle of continued business justification.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Proceed with the plan as the supplier has always delivered eventually
Why it's wrong here
Ignoring a known risk is not PRINCE2 best practice.
- ✗
Adjust the business case to remove the supplier dependency
Why it's wrong here
Changing the business case requires formal change control.
- ✗
Ask the project board to approve the project with a note about the risk
Why it's wrong here
The project board should be informed, but the risk must be formally recorded.
- ✓
Record the risk in the risk register and plan a response in the risk management approach
Why this is correct
Risks must be formally recorded and managed.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
PeopleCert often tests the misconception that a risk can be handled informally or deferred to later stages, but PRINCE2 requires formal recording and planning of risks during the Initiating a Project process to ensure they are managed from the start.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
The risk management approach in PRINCE2 specifies the risk management procedure, including risk identification, assessment, response planning, and monitoring. The risk register captures each risk's probability, impact, proximity, and planned responses. In this scenario, the project manager should evaluate the supplier's delay history to assign a probability and impact score, then define a response such as 'mitigate' (e.g., secure a backup supplier) or 'transfer' (e.g., contract penalties). This structured approach ensures the project board can make an informed decision about the project's viability.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the PRINCE2F exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
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What does this PRINCE2F question test?
Project Initiation and Stages — This question tests Project Initiation and Stages — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Record the risk in the risk register and plan a response in the risk management approach — In PRINCE2, the risk register is the central repository for recording all identified risks, and the risk management approach defines how risks will be managed throughout the project. During the Initiating a Project process, the project manager must formally document the supplier delay risk and plan appropriate responses (e.g., mitigation, contingency) within the risk management approach. This ensures the risk is actively managed rather than ignored or deferred, aligning with PRINCE2's principle of continued business justification.
What should I do if I get this PRINCE2F question wrong?
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