PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Processes Practice Question
What is the difference between Starting Up a Project (SU) and Initiating a Project (IP)?
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
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SU determines if the project is viable; IP establishes detailed management strategies and plans
Starting Up a Project (SU) is the pre-project process that evaluates the project's viability and produces the Project Brief. Initiating a Project (IP) then establishes the detailed management strategies and plans, producing the Project Initiation Documentation (PID). Option A is incorrect because SU produces the Project Brief, while IP produces the PID. Option C is incorrect because SU is performed by the Project Manager, not the Project Board. Option D is incorrect because SU is a pre-project process, not part of the initiation stage, while IP is the first process within the initiation stage.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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SU produces the PID; IP produces the Project Brief
Why it's wrong here
SU produces Project Brief; IP produces PID.
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SU determines if the project is viable; IP establishes detailed management strategies and plans
Why this is correct
SU confirms viability; IP creates detailed foundations.
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SU is performed by the Project Board; IP is performed by the Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
SU involves the Project Board (appointing Executive, PM) but IP is also managed by PM with Board approval.
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SU is a process within the initiation stage; IP is a separate stage
Why it's wrong here
SU is pre-project; IP is the initiation stage itself.
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