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Question #31

Which of the following is an output of the Identify Stakeholders process?

A . Scope baseline
B . Project charter
C . Stakeholder register
D . Project scope statement

Question #32

Requirements have been prioritized in the product backlog for inclusion in the upcoming release. One of the project team members fears that at least one requirement from the prioritization list is not finalized and still requires further analysis.

Which of the following factors describe the affected requirement?

A . Benefit
B . Dependency
C . Stability
D . Risk

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Question #33

What should an organization do if the business analyst has determined that the existing capabilities are inadequate to seize an opportunity?

A . Recommend that the organization launch a project to create the capabilities needed.
B . Recommend that the organization not pursue the opportunity.
C . Recommend that the organization hire contractors with the needed capabilities.
D . Recommend that the organization share the opportunity with other organizations.

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Correct Answer: A
A

Explanation:

If the business analyst has determined that the existing capabilities are inadequate to seize an opportunity, the best course of action is to recommend that the organization launch a project to create the capabilities needed. This way, the organization can leverage the opportunity to gain a competitive advantage, deliver value to the stakeholders, and achieve the business objectives. A project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result1. A project can help the organization to develop new or enhance existing capabilities, such as skills, processes, technologies, or resources, that are required to seize the opportunity2. The business analyst can play a key role in defining the project scope, requirements, and deliverables, as well as facilitating the collaboration and communication among the project team and stakeholders3.

The other options are not correct because:

Option B is incorrect. Recommending that the organization not pursue the opportunity is a passive and pessimistic approach that can result in missed opportunities, loss of market share, and reduced customer satisfaction. The organization should not give up on the opportunity without exploring the possible ways to create the capabilities needed to seize it4.

Option C is incorrect. Recommending that the organization hire contractors with the needed capabilities is a short-term and costly solution that may not be sustainable or effective in the long run. The organization may not be able to retain the contractors after the project is completed, or may face challenges in integrating them with the existing workforce. The organization may also lose the opportunity to develop its own capabilities and learn from the experience5.

Option D is incorrect. Recommending that the organization share the opportunity with other organizations is a risky and uncertain strategy that may not benefit the organization in the end. The organization may have to compromise on its vision, values, and goals, or may face competition or conflict from the other organizations. The organization may also lose the opportunity to differentiate itself and create unique value for the stakeholders6.

Reference: What is Project Management | PMI, first paragraph

Capability Development – Strategy Tools, section “What is Capability Development?”

The Role of Business Analyst in Project Management – Simplilearn, section “What Does a Business Analyst Do in Project Management?”

How to Identify and Seize Business Opportunities – BusinessTown, section “Don’t Let Fear Stop You” The Pros and Cons of Hiring Contractors vs. Employees – Indeed, section “Cons of hiring contractors” Collaboration vs. Competition: Which is Better for Business? – Forbes, section “The Downside of Collaboration”

Question #34

There are three inputs in the plan business analysis approach.

Which one of the following is not one of the three inputs?

A . Organizational process assets
B . Expert judgment
C . Risk and rewards analysis
D . Business need

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Question #35

Two stakeholders are arguing over which model to use for requirements. One insists that using an activity diagram is superior, while the other prefers a state diagram.

How should the business analyst (BA) resolve the conflict?

A . Suggest a fusion model that integrates activity and state diagrams
B . Explain that the models are complementary to each other
C . Allow both stakeholders to work on the models independently
D . Introduce a third model type so that neither stakeholder prevails

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Question #36

A deployed loan product was funded with the expectation of prepayment risk reduction. Initially, key performance indicators (KPIs) would be to take similar loan prepayment rates over the previous 10-year period and compare them with the new product. After implementation, the business analyst (BA) finds that the decade-old housing market is vastly different.

Which of the following should the BA consider for validity of performance measures?

A . Sample size
B . Frequency
C . Timing
D . Currency

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Question #37

A business analyst (BA) asked two stakeholders with approval authority to approve the requirements.

The stakeholders are being asked to confirm that:

A . organizational value will be created from the investment.
B . all questions have been answered.
C . project priorities are agreed upon.
D . relevant legal and regulatory needs are met.

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Question #38

Which one of the following statements best describes the purpose of allocating requirements?

A . Optimize efficiency and link to productivity.
B . Limit the risk exposure.
C . Maximize the business value.
D . Increase productivity through efficiency.

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Question #39

An organization prefers to execute projects using an adaptive approach. However, the new project is much more complex than previously executed projects.

What will the business analyst (BA) recommend?

A . Select an extreme programming approach
B . Review current approach with key stakeholders
C . Follow a predictive approach
D . Choose an agile programming approach

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Question #40

Which of the following is used to define and document the business analysis approach?

A . Structured walkthrough
B . Progressive elaboration
C . Process modeling
D . Decision analysis

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Correct Answer: C
C

Explanation:

Process modeling is a technique that is used to define and document the business analysis approach. Process modeling involves creating a graphical representation of the business analysis activities, tasks, inputs, outputs, roles, and responsibilities. It helps to communicate and visualize the business analysis approach to the stakeholders, and to identify and manage the dependencies, risks, and issues. Process modeling can be done using various tools and notations, such as flowcharts, swimlane diagrams, BPMN, UML, etc12

Option A is incorrect because structured walkthrough is a technique that is used to validate and verify the business analysis approach, not to define and document it. Structured walkthrough involves presenting and reviewing the business analysis approach with the stakeholders, and soliciting their feedback and approval. It helps to ensure the quality, completeness, and alignment of the business analysis approach with the stakeholder needs and expectations34

Option B is incorrect because progressive elaboration is a technique that is used to refine and update the business analysis approach, not to define and document it. Progressive elaboration involves incrementally adding more details and clarity to the business analysis approach as more information becomes available. It helps to adapt the business analysis approach to the changing requirements, assumptions, and constraints of the project5

Option D is incorrect because decision analysis is a technique that is used to evaluate and select the business analysis approach, not to define and document it. Decision analysis involves comparing the costs, benefits, risks, and impacts of the alternative business analysis approaches, and choosing the one that best meets the project objectives and stakeholder preferences. It helps to justify and rationalize the business analysis approach to the stakeholders, and to document the decision criteria and rationale.

Reference: Business Analysis Techniques – ECBA, CCBA, CBAP Endorsed, Section 7.2: Process Modeling

Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA®) – Simplilearn, Module 5: Planning and Monitoring, Lesson 5.1: Plan Business Analysis Approach

Business Analysis Techniques – ECBA, CCBA, CBAP Endorsed, Section 7.3: Structured Walkthrough Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA®) – Simplilearn, Module 5: Planning and Monitoring, Lesson 5.5: Validate Requirements

Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK® Guide) , Section 5.1: Plan Business Analysis Approach, 5.1.3.2: Progressive Elaboration

[Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA®) – Simplilearn], Module 5: Planning and Monitoring, Lesson 5.2: Conduct Stakeholder Analysis

[Business Analysis Techniques – ECBA, CCBA, CBAP Endorsed], Section 8.6: Decision Analysis [Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA®) – Simplilearn], Module 5: Planning and Monitoring, Lesson 5.6: Manage Business Analysis Performance