PRINCE2-7-Foundation Exam - Topic 1 Question 27 Discussion

Actual exam question for PRINCE2's PRINCE2-7-Foundation exam

Question #: 27
Topic #: 1

Which of the following statements about quality assurance and Project Assurance is true?

AProject Assurance is the responsibility of the corporate organization; quality assurance is the responsibility of the Project Board

BProject Assurance is independent of the Project; quality assurance is only independent of the Project Manager

CProject Assurance may be delegated within a project; quality assurance must be undertaken by the Project Board

DProject Assurance ensures compliance to standards within the project environment; quality assurance ensures compliance across the organization

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Suggested Answer: D

Project Assurance in PRINCE2 is focused on the project's adherence to standards and procedures within the project environment, providing a project-level view of compliance. In contrast, Quality Assurance is an organizational level function that oversees compliance across all projects and operations, ensuring that the entire organization follows the prescribed standards. Reference: PRINCE2 Foundation Training Manual; PRINCE2 2017 Foundation handbook.

by Denae at May 04, 2025, 06:11 PM

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Terrilyn

4 months ago

B is misleading; quality assurance isn't just about the Project Manager.

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Paz

4 months ago

Wait, can Project Assurance really be delegated?

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Beatriz

4 months ago

I think D is correct. Project Assurance is all about compliance.

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Cathern

5 months ago

Not sure about A. Sounds off to me.

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Margurite

5 months ago

Totally agree with D! Quality assurance is broader.

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Adolph

5 months ago

I’m a bit lost on the differences. Does Project Assurance really ensure compliance just within the project, or is it broader like quality assurance?

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German

5 months ago

I feel like I’ve seen a question similar to this before, and I think Project Assurance can be delegated, but quality assurance has to be done by the Project Board.

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Leatha

6 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I think quality assurance is supposed to be independent of the Project Manager, right?

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Isreal

6 months ago

I remember discussing how Project Assurance is more about oversight from the corporate level, while quality assurance focuses on the project itself.

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Micah

6 months ago

I feel pretty confident about this one. The key is understanding the distinction between project assurance and quality assurance.

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Tasia

6 months ago

The wording of these options is tricky. I'll need to read them closely and make sure I understand the nuances.

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Mickie

6 months ago

Okay, let me try to break this down. Project assurance is about compliance within the project, while quality assurance is about compliance across the organization. I think I've got it.

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Cordie

7 months ago

Hmm, I'm a little confused about the difference between project assurance and quality assurance. I'll need to think this through carefully.

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Salina

7 months ago

This question seems pretty straightforward. I think I can handle it.

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Nicolette

10 months ago

As a project manager, I can't believe anyone would think quality assurance is the Project Board's responsibility. Clearly, D is the right answer. Come on, folks!

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Lorenza

10 months ago

Definitely D! Project Assurance and quality assurance have distinct roles, and D captures that perfectly. Easy choice, really.

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Ben

10 months ago

Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. I was leaning towards C, but D seems more comprehensive. These distinctions can be tricky.

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Paulina

9 months ago

I agree, D seems more comprehensive. It's easy to get confused with these distinctions.

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Brynn

10 months ago

I think D is the correct answer. Quality assurance is about compliance across the organization.

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Alyce

10 months ago

I was torn between B and D, but I'm going with D. It makes the most sense in terms of the different responsibilities of Project Assurance and quality assurance.

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Melinda

9 months ago

User4: Yeah, D seems to differentiate the responsibilities well.

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Tamera

9 months ago

User3: D makes sense to me too.

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Lucia

9 months ago

User2: I agree, D seems to make the most sense.

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Melvin

10 months ago

User1: I think D is the correct answer.

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Crissy

11 months ago

I think B is the correct answer.

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Rolande

11 months ago

I'm not sure, but I think it might be C.

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Pamella

11 months ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is D.

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Mickie

11 months ago

I think the answer is A.

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Johnson

12 months ago

I think D is the correct answer. Project Assurance ensures compliance within the project, while quality assurance ensures compliance across the organization. Sounds logical to me.

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Gerald

10 months ago

I'm leaning towards C. Project Assurance can be delegated within a project, while quality assurance must be done by the Project Board.

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Hyman

10 months ago

I think A is the right choice. Project Assurance is the responsibility of the corporate organization, while quality assurance falls under the Project Board.

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Ashton

11 months ago

I agree, D is the correct answer. Project Assurance focuses on the project environment, while quality assurance looks at the organization as a whole.

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