PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Practices Practice Question
Which role is responsible for the Project Plan?
⚠ Common exam trap
PeopleCert often tests the distinction between responsibility for creating versus approving a plan, leading candidates to mistakenly select the Project Board (Option B) because they confuse approval authority with ownership.
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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Project Manager
The Project Manager is responsible for producing and maintaining the Project Plan, as defined in PRINCE2's management products. This includes defining the project's stages, activities, dependencies, and resource estimates, and ensuring the plan aligns with the Business Case. The Project Manager owns the planning process and is accountable for the plan's accuracy and updates throughout the project.
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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Executive
Why it's wrong here
The Executive owns the Business Case, not the plan.
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Project Board
Why it's wrong here
The Project Board approves the plan, but does not create it.
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Senior User
Why it's wrong here
The Senior User provides requirements but does not own the plan.
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Project Manager
Why this is correct
The PM is responsible for planning.
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