PRINCE2F Practice Question: Overview of PRINCE2 and the project environment
Which of the following is a characteristic of a project, as defined by PRINCE2?
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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It produces a unique product, service, or result
A project is defined as a temporary organization that produces a unique output, with cross-functional teams. The Business Case provides the business justification. 'Derived from business as usual' is not a defining characteristic; projects are temporary and unique.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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It is a permanent organization with ongoing operations
Why it's wrong here
Projects are temporary, not permanent.
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It introduces no change to the organization
Why it's wrong here
Projects are vehicles for change.
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It is part of business as usual
Why it's wrong here
Projects are separate from business as usual; they are temporary.
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It produces a unique product, service, or result
Why this is correct
Correct. A project creates a unique output.
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