Task 4 PMI-PBA Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6expert · hard

   A BA receives a change request to modify a requirement that has already been implemented and validated. The change is small and the sponsor wants it approved quickly to avoid delaying the release. The BA's impact analysis shows the change affects only one screen and one test case. What is the most important consideration for the BA before recommending approval?

   • AWhether the change aligns with the original business case and strategic objectives
   • BWhether the sponsor has the authority to approve the change without CCB review
   • CWhether the development team has the capacity to implement the change before the release date
   • DWhether the change request includes a complete and accurate impact analysis of all affected artifacts
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2. 7foundation · easy

   What is the role of traceability in managing changes to requirements?

   • AIt helps assess the impact of a proposed change on related artifacts
   • BIt prevents any changes from being made
   • CIt automatically approves changes
   • DIt replaces the need for a change control board
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4. 8application · medium

   A business analyst (BA) is working on a regulatory compliance project. A new law takes effect mid-project, requiring an additional data field in every customer record. The BA must determine which design components, test cases, and user documentation will be affected by this new requirement. What should the BA do first?

   • AInstruct the development team to add the field to the database schema immediately to meet the legal deadline.
   • BReview the project charter to confirm the project's scope baseline before making any changes.
   • CUpdate the requirements traceability matrix (RTM) with the new requirement and trace it to affected designs, tests, and documentation.
   • DSubmit a change request to the change control board (CCB) and wait for approval before analyzing the impact.
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5. 9foundation · easy

   Which artifact would typically be linked to a requirement in a traceability matrix?

   • ATeam member resume
   • BMeeting minutes
   • CProject charter
   • DTest case
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6. 10application · medium

   A BA is starting a new project to replace a legacy system. The project sponsor is concerned about scope creep and wants to ensure that every feature being developed can be traced back to a stated business need. What should the BA establish to address this concern?

   • AA detailed project schedule with milestones and dependencies
   • BA risk register identifying potential threats to the project
   • CA requirements traceability matrix linking each requirement to its source and business objective
   • DA communication plan outlining how stakeholders will be updated
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