PRINCE2F PRINCE2 Practices Practice Question
Which TWO statements about the Change Authority are true?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates confuse the Change Authority with the Project Manager, assuming the Project Manager always has the authority to approve changes, but PeopleCert PRINCE2 explicitly separates the two roles to ensure appropriate governance and delegation of decision-making power.
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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It has the authority to approve changes within a defined limit
The Change Authority is a role defined in PRINCE2 that is granted the authority to approve changes within a defined limit, such as a cost or time threshold. This limit is typically set by the Project Board in the Project Initiation Documentation, and the Change Authority can be an individual (e.g., a senior user) or a group (e.g., a change board). Option A is incorrect because the Change Authority is defined in the Change Control Approach, not the Configuration Management Approach. Option D is incorrect because the Change Authority is not always the Project Manager; it is a separate role with delegated authority. Option E is incorrect because maintaining Configuration Item Records is the responsibility of the Configuration Librarian, not the Change Authority.
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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It is defined in the Configuration Management Approach
Why it's wrong here
It is defined in the Change Control Approach.
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It has the authority to approve changes within a defined limit
Why this is correct
This is the definition.
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It can be an individual or a group
Why this is correct
Yes, it can be a person or committee.
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It is always the Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
The Change Authority can be the Project Manager, but not always.
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It is responsible for maintaining the Configuration Item Records
Why it's wrong here
Configuration management is separate.
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