What is the purpose of the Validate Scope process?

• A. To obtain formal acceptance of completed deliverables by the customer or sponsor.
• B. To verify that completed deliverables meet internal quality standards.
• C. To revalidate the project scope with stakeholders.
• D. To obtain formal acceptance of completed deliverables by the customer or sponsor.

Answer: (D)

Validation of scope focuses on obtaining formal acceptance of the completed deliverables from the customer or sponsor. This ensures the work has been completed in accordance with the agreed requirements and acceptance criteria and that stakeholders officially sign off on it. That formal sign-off moves the project forward, often toward closure or the next phase. It’s not about internal quality checks—that's handled by quality management processes—and it’s not about revalidating the scope with stakeholders due to changes.