PRINCE2 Foundation — Question 45

Which of the following statements about stakeholders are true?
1. Someone who thinks they will be affected by a project is a stakeholder on that project.
2. Stakeholders may be internal or external to the corporate organization.

Answer options

• A. Only 1 is true
• B. Only 2 is true
• C. Both 1 and 2 are true
• D. Neither 1 or 2 are true

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Both statements regarding stakeholders are accurate. Statement 1 is true because anyone who believes they will be impacted by a project qualifies as a stakeholder. Statement 2 is also correct since stakeholders can be individuals within the organization or outside of it.