PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Processes Practice Question
What is the purpose of the Closing a Project process?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many exam-takers confuse the timing of benefits evaluation, mistakenly thinking the project itself must measure benefits realization before closing, whereas PRINCE2 separates project closure from post-project benefit reviews.
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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To hand over the project's products and close the project in a controlled way
The Closing a Project process in PRINCE2 is designed to provide a fixed point to verify that the project has delivered its products according to the agreed scope, confirm that the project's objectives have been met, and then formally close the project in a controlled manner. This includes handing over the products to the operational environment, completing any follow-on actions, and preparing the End Project Report. It does not wait for benefits realization, as benefits are assessed post-project during the Managing Product Delivery stage.
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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To evaluate the project's success only after benefits realization
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. The Closing a Project process does not evaluate benefits realization; that happens post-project.
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To hand over the project's products and close the project in a controlled way
Why this is correct
Correct. The purpose is to hand over products and close the project in a controlled way.
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To plan the final stage of the project
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Planning the final stage is part of the Managing a Stage Boundary process.
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To release the project resources immediately
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Resources are released in a controlled manner, not immediately, and this is part of closure but not the main purpose.
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