PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question
Which TWO statements about the project board are correct? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates confuse accountability with responsibility: candidates often think the board handles day-to-day tasks or product creation, but PRINCE2 strictly separates strategic oversight from operational management.
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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 project board provides unified direction to the project
The project board provides unified direction to the project, ensuring that the business, user, and supplier interests are represented and aligned. This is a core PRINCE2 principle: the board makes key decisions and approves stage plans, but does not get involved in day-to-day management.
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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The project board provides unified direction to the project
Why this is correct
The board provides unified direction.
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The project board is responsible for managing the project team on a day-to-day basis
Why it's wrong here
The project manager manages the team.
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The project board is responsible for identifying and managing risks
Why it's wrong here
Risk management is a team effort, not solely the board.
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The project board is accountable for the success of the project
Why this is correct
The board is accountable for success.
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The project board produces the project's products
Why it's wrong here
The project board does not produce products.
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