PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Practices Practice Question
What is the difference between a Request for Change and an Off-specification?
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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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A Request for Change is a proposal for a change; an Off-specification is a non-conformance with a baseline
A Request for Change is a proposal for a change that would modify agreed baselines or requirements. An Off-specification is something that should be provided but is not currently present (or is incorrect).
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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A Request for Change is a change to the project scope; an Off-specification is a change to the schedule
Why it's wrong here
Both are about baselines, but Off-specification is about something missing or wrong.
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A Request for Change is raised by the Project Board; an Off-specification is raised by the Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
Either can be raised by anyone.
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A Request for Change is a proposal for a change; an Off-specification is a non-conformance with a baseline
Why this is correct
Correct distinction.
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A Request for Change always requires a change budget; an Off-specification does not
Why it's wrong here
Both may require budget; it depends on the situation.
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