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
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A Request for Change seeks to change a baseline; an Off-specification is a product not meeting its specification
A Request for Change proposes a modification to agreed baselines, while an Off-specification is a product that deviates from its specification.
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A Request for Change relates to the Business Case; an Off-specification relates to the Project Plan
Why it's wrong here
Both relate to any baseline product.
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There is no difference; they are synonyms
Why it's wrong here
They are distinct issue types.
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A Request for Change seeks to change a baseline; an Off-specification is a product not meeting its specification
Why this is correct
Correct. This is the key distinction.
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A Request for Change is always raised by the Project Manager; an Off-specification is raised by a Team Manager
Why it's wrong here
Both can be raised by anyone.
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