Which stakeholder is typically not responsible for the final verification of deliverables?

• A. Customer
• B. Project Manager
• C. Project Sponsor
• D. Managers

Answer: (C)

The final verification and formal acceptance of deliverables is typically carried out by the customer or end user who will actually use or benefit from the product. The project manager guides and coordinates this verification, ensuring that each deliverable meets the agreed acceptance criteria and coordinating the sign-off process. The project sponsor’s role is to fund and champion the project, provide governance, and ensure the initiative aligns with strategic goals; they don’t usually perform the day-to-day or formal sign-off of each deliverable. Internal managers might review work for governance or quality, but the official acceptance usually rests with the customer who will accept or reject the deliverable based on whether it meets requirements.