PRINCE2F Practice Question: Overview of PRINCE2 and the project environment
Which TWO of the following statements about the Executive role are correct?
⚠ Common exam trap
PeopleCert often tests the distinction between the Executive's strategic accountability and the Project Manager's operational responsibility, leading candidates to confuse who approves Work Packages or manages daily tasks.
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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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The Executive chairs the Project Board
The Executive role in PRINCE2 is the chair of the Project Board. The Executive is the ultimate decision-maker for the project, responsible for ensuring the project remains viable and aligned with business objectives. Chairing the Project Board means the Executive leads board meetings, sets the agenda, and ensures decisions are made to authorize key stages and changes.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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The Executive chairs the Project Board
Why this is correct
The Executive chairs the Project Board.
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The Executive approves all Work Packages
Why it's wrong here
Work Packages are authorized by the Project Manager.
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The Executive manages the project on a day-to-day basis
Why it's wrong here
That is the Project Manager's role.
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The Executive is responsible for the Business Case
Why this is correct
Correct.
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The Executive is appointed after the project brief is approved
Why it's wrong here
The Executive is appointed in Starting up a Project.
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