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PMI-PBA Exam - Topic 1 Question 59 Discussion

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Question #: 59
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Which of the following best describes the function of the requirements baseline?

AControls the product development and evolution.

BProvides the basis for the development scope.

CTracks the progress of requirements documentation.

DDefines how the project will be scheduled.

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Suggested Answer: C

by Justine at Oct 14, 2022, 11:10 PM

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Geraldo

9 months ago

Totally agree with A, it keeps everything on track!

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Ruthann

9 months ago

Wait, how can it control development? Sounds off.

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Maynard

9 months ago

C is important too, but not the main function.

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Tamra

9 months ago

I think B makes more sense for development scope.

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Tennie

9 months ago

A is definitely the right choice!

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Jesusa

10 months ago

I thought the requirements baseline defined how the project would be scheduled, but now I'm questioning if that's really its main function.

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Alaine

10 months ago

I feel like tracking progress of requirements documentation is important too, but I can't recall if that's what the baseline specifically does.

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Barney

10 months ago

I remember a practice question where the requirements baseline was linked to the development scope. That might be option B?

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Earleen

10 months ago

I think the requirements baseline is mainly about controlling the product development, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the best answer.

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Eden

10 months ago

I'm a little confused. Should we be establishing a timeline for the solution, or focusing on the technical aspects first? I'm not sure which approach is best here.

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Sherill

10 months ago

Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully. Maybe I should review the material on volume management again.

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Kenny

10 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question mentions lobbying and a competitive edge, but I'm not sure if that points to a market or non-market strategy. I'll have to think it through carefully.

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Evan

10 months ago

Always look for the most professional-sounding option. 'Confirm accuracy' sounds like exactly what HR would do during a reference check.

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Rachael

1 year ago

The requirements baseline? That's like the project manager's version of a crystal ball, except it's made of duct tape and broken dreams.

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Amos

1 year ago

C) Tracks the progress of requirements documentation.

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Tijuana

1 year ago

B) Provides the basis for the development scope.

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Mary

1 year ago

A) Controls the product development and evolution.

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Chantay

1 year ago

Wait, the requirements baseline isn't about scheduling the project? Oh man, I'm so lost. Time to just close my eyes and pick an answer, I guess.

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Yan

1 year ago

Hmm, the requirements baseline, huh? Sounds like it's the project manager's way of keeping everyone on a tight leash. I'll go with A, it's gotta be all about controlling the product.

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Carolynn

1 year ago

User 4: So, A is the best choice then.

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Odette

1 year ago

User 3: I agree, the requirements baseline is definitely about controlling the product.

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Bobbye

1 year ago

User 2: Yeah, that makes sense. It's like keeping everything in check.

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Lelia

1 year ago

User 1: I think it's all about controlling the product development and evolution.

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Gilma

1 year ago

Whoa, hold up, I thought the requirements baseline was all about tracking those pesky requirements docs. Guess I'll have to go with C on this one.

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Annett

1 year ago

I see where you're coming from, but I still think it's C, tracking the requirements documentation.

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Julio

1 year ago

I agree with you, I believe it's A, controlling the product development.

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Ardella

1 year ago

I think it's actually B, it sets the boundaries for the project scope.

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Mammie

1 year ago

A requirements baseline? That's like a cheat sheet for the product development team, right? I'm going with B, it's gotta be the foundation for the whole project scope.

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Eun

1 year ago

Latonia: It's like a roadmap for the project, making sure everyone is on the same page.

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Latonia

1 year ago

User 2: I agree, the requirements baseline is crucial for defining what needs to be done.

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Glenn

1 year ago

User 1: I think B is the right choice, it sets the boundaries for the project scope.

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Blondell

1 year ago

I think it tracks the progress of requirements documentation, that's why I choose option C.

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Aileen

1 year ago

I disagree, I believe it provides the basis for the development scope.

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Cathrine

1 year ago

I think the requirements baseline controls the product development and evolution.

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