Discuss PMI PMI-PBA Exam Topic 2 Question 116

In the middle of a project, a new requirement was added to the scope. The business analyst must determine if any impacts, dependencies, or risks are associated with the addition to the scope.

What task should the business analyst perform in order to identify these impacts?

AManage solution scope.

BManage requirements traceability.

CManage requirements prioritization.

DManage assumptions and constraints.

Suggested Answer: D

Managing solution scope is the task of ensuring that the solution meets the agreed-upon requirements and delivers the expected value to the stakeholders. Managing solution scope involves analyzing the impact of any changes to the scope, assessing the feasibility and risks of the changes, and obtaining approval from the stakeholders before implementing the changes. Managing solution scope can help the business analyst to identify the impacts, dependencies, or risks associated with the addition to the scope.Reference: = PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) Examination Content Outline (2019), page 14; Business Analysis for Practitioners: A Practice Guide (2015), page 83.

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27 comments · newest first

Stephania 1 day ago

I think the business analyst should manage requirements traceability.

Vernell 6 days ago

Overall, understanding impacts is crucial for success.

Idella 11 days ago

I feel prioritization is key, but traceability seems more direct.

Gilberto 17 days ago

True, assumptions can impact the project too.

Haydee 22 days ago

But what about managing assumptions and constraints?

Willis 27 days ago

Yeah, traceability helps track changes.

Shawnna 1 month ago

I think the analyst should manage requirements traceability.

Margery 1 month ago

I feel like managing solution scope is too broad for this task.

Jenelle 1 month ago

Prioritization might help, but it’s not the main focus here.

Zack 2 months ago

That’s important too, but traceability is key for impacts.

Joseph 2 months ago

But what about managing assumptions and constraints?

Tawny 2 months ago

I agree, traceability helps identify impacts.

Rickie 2 months ago

I think the analyst should manage requirements traceability.

Tracey 2 months ago

Isn't it surprising how often scope changes happen mid-project?

Deonna 2 months ago

I disagree, prioritization matters too. C) shouldn't be overlooked.

Lucia 3 months ago

Wait, can we really just add requirements like that? Seems risky!

Marsha 3 months ago

I think A) is also important, but B) feels more relevant.

Glenna 3 months ago

Definitely B) Manage requirements traceability.

Hester 3 months ago

Isn't it surprising how often scope changes happen mid-project?

Hermila 3 months ago

I disagree, prioritization is key here!

Kimbery 3 months ago

Wait, can we really just add new requirements like that?

Alpha 4 months ago

I think A) is also important for scope management.

Dusti 4 months ago

Definitely B) Manage requirements traceability.

Lucy 4 months ago

I’m leaning towards managing requirements prioritization since it seems like a way to evaluate the new requirement against existing ones, but I could be wrong.

Sabra 4 months ago

I feel like managing solution scope could help identify impacts, but it seems more about keeping things on track rather than assessing new requirements.

Leatha 4 months ago

I remember a practice question where we had to assess impacts of changes, and I think managing assumptions and constraints might be relevant here too.

Mike 6 months ago

I think the business analyst should focus on managing requirements traceability, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the best option.

PMI-PBA Exam - Topic 2 Question 116 Discussion