PRINCE2F People: organizations, teams, and leadership Practice Question
Why does PRINCE2 separate the Project Manager from Project Assurance?
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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To ensure that the Project Board receives independent and objective assurance
The separation ensures independent oversight. The Project Manager is responsible for day-to-day management, while Project Assurance provides an impartial view to the Project Board to avoid conflicts of interest.
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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To create a career path for team members
Why it's wrong here
Not relevant.
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To ensure that the Project Board receives independent and objective assurance
Why this is correct
Correct.
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To reduce the workload of the Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
Workload reduction is not the primary reason.
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To allow the Project Manager to focus on team management
Why it's wrong here
Not the main purpose.
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