PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Practices Practice Question
What is the difference between a Request for Change (RFC) and an Off-specification (Off-spec)?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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An RFC proposes a new requirement; an Off-spec describes a problem with an existing product.
An RFC is a request to change a product that has been agreed upon and baselined, whereas an Off-spec is something that should have been provided but is not, or is not meeting specifications. An RFC proposes a change; an Off-spec identifies a deviation.
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An RFC is related to budget; an Off-spec is related to quality.
Why it's wrong here
Both can have budget and quality implications.
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An RFC proposes a new requirement; an Off-spec describes a problem with an existing product.
Why this is correct
An RFC requests a change to a baselined product; an Off-spec indicates a product does not meet its specification.
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An RFC is always raised by the Project Manager; an Off-spec is raised by the Senior User.
Why it's wrong here
Any stakeholder can raise either issue.
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An RFC is a type of issue; an Off-spec is not.
Why it's wrong here
Both are types of issues in PRINCE2.
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