Task 2 PMI-PBA Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6expert · hard

   A business analyst is defining the communication strategy for a project that involves a remote team and a client who prefers formal written communication. The project is in its early stages, and requirements are still being elicited. The business analyst needs to ensure that the client is kept informed without overwhelming them with raw data. What is the most effective communication approach?

   • ASend the client the raw meeting notes and requirement lists for transparency.
   • BUse a collaboration tool to share all documents and let the client access them as needed.
   • CInvite the client to all internal team meetings to ensure they are fully informed.
   • DProvide the client with a weekly summary of progress, decisions, and next steps in a formal document.
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2. 7expert · hard

   A business analyst is identifying stakeholders for a project that will outsource a key business process. The project is sensitive, and the business analyst must consider both internal and external stakeholders. Which group is most likely to be overlooked if the business analyst relies only on the organizational chart?

   • AThe external vendor's project manager, who will be responsible for the outsourced process.
   • BThe internal IT department, which will need to integrate systems with the vendor.
   • CThe end users of the outsourced process, who will be affected by the change.
   • DThe finance department, which will manage the vendor contract.
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4. 8application · medium

   A business analyst is defining the communication strategy for a business analysis effort. The project has a small group of executive sponsors who need high-level summaries, a larger group of operational managers who need detailed updates, and a large group of end users who need general awareness. What is the most effective communication strategy?

   • AProvide a one-page executive summary to sponsors, detailed updates to managers, and a newsletter to end users.
   • BUse only email for all communication to save time and resources.
   • CSend the same detailed report to all stakeholders to ensure consistency.
   • DCommunicate only when major milestones are reached to avoid information overload.
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5. 9application · medium

   A business analyst is developing a communication strategy for a project that involves stakeholders in different time zones and with varying levels of technical expertise. The project is fast-paced and requires frequent updates. What is the most effective way to ensure timely and clear communication?

   • ARely on the project management tool to automatically notify stakeholders of changes.
   • BSchedule all meetings at a time convenient for the majority and record them for others.
   • CEstablish a communication plan that includes a mix of synchronous and asynchronous methods, with clear guidelines on usage.
   • DUse a single communication channel, such as email, to ensure all stakeholders receive the same information.
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6. 10foundation · easy

   Which of the following is an example of a stakeholder engagement approach?

   • ASending a mass email to all employees
   • BHolding one-on-one interviews with high-impact stakeholders
   • CDelegating all stakeholder contact to the project sponsor
   • DIgnoring stakeholders with low influence
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