This PRINCE2F practice question tests your understanding of prince2 practices. The scenario asks you to isolate a root cause — eliminate options that address a different problem before choosing. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Which of the following is a key difference between a Request for Change and an Off-specification?
A Request for Change proposes a modification to an agreed product, while an Off-specification identifies a product that does not meet its specification.
This correctly distinguishes the two types of issue.
B
A Request for Change always has a cost and time impact, while an Off-specification never does.
Why wrong: Both can have cost and time impacts.
C
A Request for Change is recorded in the Issue Register, while an Off-specification is recorded in the Risk Register.
Why wrong: Both are recorded in the Issue Register.
D
A Request for Change does not require authorization, while an Off-specification does.
Why wrong: Both require authorization according to the project's change control approach.
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
A Request for Change proposes a modification to an agreed product, while an Off-specification identifies a product that does not meet its specification.
Option D is correct. A Request for Change proposes a modification to an agreed product, while an Off-specification identifies that a product does not meet its specification. Option A is incorrect because both require authorization. Option B is incorrect because both may involve cost and time impacts. Option C is incorrect because both are recorded in the Issue Register.
Key principle: Authentication proves identity; authorization controls what that identity can do after login. Both must work for full privileged access.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
✓
A Request for Change proposes a modification to an agreed product, while an Off-specification identifies a product that does not meet its specification.
Why this is correct
This correctly distinguishes the two types of issue.
Related concept
Authentication checks who the user is.
✗
A Request for Change always has a cost and time impact, while an Off-specification never does.
Why it's wrong here
Both can have cost and time impacts.
✗
A Request for Change is recorded in the Issue Register, while an Off-specification is recorded in the Risk Register.
Why it's wrong here
Both are recorded in the Issue Register.
✗
A Request for Change does not require authorization, while an Off-specification does.
Why it's wrong here
Both require authorization according to the project's change control approach.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: authentication is not authorization
Logging in proves the user can authenticate. It does not automatically mean the user is allowed to enter privileged or configuration mode. Watch for AAA authorization, privilege level and command authorization details.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This kind of question is testing the difference between identity and permission. A user may successfully log in to a router because authentication is working, but still fail to enter configuration mode because authorization is missing, misconfigured or mapped to a lower privilege level.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Authentication checks who the user is.
Authorization controls what the user is allowed to do after login.
Privilege levels affect access to EXEC and configuration commands.
AAA, TACACS+ and RADIUS can separate login success from command access.
TExam Day Tips
→Do not assume successful login means full administrative access.
→Look for words such as cannot enter configuration mode, privilege level, authorization or command access.
→Separate login problems from permission problems before choosing the answer.
Key takeaway
Authentication proves identity; authorization controls what that identity can do after login. Both must work for full privileged access.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A junior network technician can log in to a core router but cannot reach the enable prompt or configuration mode. The AAA server is authenticating the login — but the authorisation policy only grants privilege level 1, not 15. Authentication (who you are) is working; authorisation (what you can do) is not.
What to study next
Got this wrong? Here's your next step.
Review Cisco AAA concepts — authentication, authorization, and accounting. Study privilege levels (0–15), command authorization under TACACS+, and how RADIUS differs. Then practise related PRINCE2F questions on access control and AAA configuration.
PRINCE2 Practices — This question tests PRINCE2 Practices — Authentication checks who the user is..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: A Request for Change proposes a modification to an agreed product, while an Off-specification identifies a product that does not meet its specification. — Option D is correct. A Request for Change proposes a modification to an agreed product, while an Off-specification identifies that a product does not meet its specification. Option A is incorrect because both require authorization. Option B is incorrect because both may involve cost and time impacts. Option C is incorrect because both are recorded in the Issue Register.
What should I do if I get this PRINCE2F question wrong?
Review Cisco AAA concepts — authentication, authorization, and accounting. Study privilege levels (0–15), command authorization under TACACS+, and how RADIUS differs. Then practise related PRINCE2F questions on access control and AAA configuration.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Authentication checks who the user is.
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