Discuss PMI PMI-PBA Exam Topic 3 Question 109

A project team delivers a solution based on the approved requirements and is confident that it meets the defined acceptance criteria.

What should the business analyst do to obtain signoff?

AContact the sponsor.

BContact the stakeholder who provided the majority of requirements in the traceability matrix.

CNo signoff is necessary.

DRefer to the RACI matrix to identify who is responsible for signoff.

Suggested Answer: D

A RACI matrix is a tool that defines the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders in a project or a process. It clarifies who is Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed for each task or deliverable. The business analyst should refer to the RACI matrix to identify who is responsible for signoff, as this person has the authority and accountability to approve the solution and its testing results. Contacting the sponsor, the stakeholder who provided the majority of requirements, or the project manager may not be appropriate, as they may not be the designated person for signoff according to the RACI matrix.No signoff is necessary is incorrect, as signoff is an important step to confirm that the solution meets the requirements and acceptance criteria.Reference: PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) Examination Content Outline1, page 13; Business Analysis for Practitioners: A Practice Guide2, page 77.

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31 comments · newest first

Dante 7 months ago

I’m leaning towards contacting the stakeholder. They’ll ensure everything aligns.

Gerald 7 months ago

I agree with Tashia. Clarity in roles is important for signoff.

Tashia 7 months ago

The RACI matrix is key here. It shows who’s responsible.

Jesusita 7 months ago

I feel like no signoff is necessary if everyone is happy.

Weldon 7 months ago

But what about the main stakeholder? They know the requirements best.

Weldon 8 months ago

I think contacting the sponsor is crucial.

Maryann 8 months ago

Surprised that some think no signoff is okay! That’s a big deal!

Jess 8 months ago

Wait, is D really necessary? I thought we just needed the sponsor.

Luis 9 months ago

C seems risky, no signoff could lead to issues later.

Mary 9 months ago

I think B is better, the main stakeholder should approve first.

Marva 9 months ago

D) The RACI matrix - the project analyst's secret weapon for navigating signoff.

Emile 9 months ago

B) The stakeholder who provided the requirements? Sounds like the safe bet to me.

Charolette 9 months ago

D) Definitely the RACI matrix. It's like the project manager's crystal ball for signoff.

Helaine 9 months ago

I feel like no signoff is necessary could be a trap answer. But I guess it depends on the project's context and requirements.

Honey 10 months ago

I remember a practice question where we had to consider the importance of getting signoff from the right people. Maybe contacting the sponsor is also a valid option?

Adolph 10 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but contacting the stakeholder who provided the majority of requirements might make sense too. They would have a good understanding of the project.

Vanda 10 months ago

I think the business analyst should refer to the RACI matrix to identify who is responsible for signoff. It seems like the most structured approach.

Wai 10 months ago

I'm a bit confused on this one. I'm not sure if contacting the stakeholder who provided the majority of requirements is the right move, or if no signoff is needed. I think I'll start by looking at the RACI matrix to clarify the process.

Otis 10 months ago

I'm leaning towards option D - referring to the RACI matrix. That way we can identify the right person to get signoff from, rather than just guessing. Seems like the safest approach.

Tamera 10 months ago

Okay, my initial thought is that we should contact the sponsor since they likely have the authority to sign off on the project. But I'll double-check the RACI matrix just to be sure.

Refugia 11 months ago

C) No signoff is necessary? Really? I'd like to see that fly with the project sponsor!

Stephaine 11 months ago

D) Refer to the RACI matrix to identify who is responsible for signoff.

Jonelle 11 months ago

B) Contact the stakeholder who provided the majority of requirements in the traceability matrix.

Lashawn 11 months ago

Definitely need to contact the sponsor for signoff.

Afton 11 months ago

Hmm, I'm a little unsure here. Is there any additional context about the project or the stakeholders that could help guide the decision? I don't want to just guess.

Shawnna 12 months ago

I think I'd start by looking at the RACI matrix to see who is responsible for signoff. That seems like the most straightforward approach.

Nichelle 6 months ago

↳ replying to Shawnna

True, but we should still check the RACI first!

Richelle 6 months ago

↳ replying to Shawnna

Then contacting the main stakeholder might be better.

Dottie 6 months ago

↳ replying to Shawnna

But what if the sponsor is unavailable?

Lou 6 months ago

↳ replying to Shawnna

Definitely! It helps avoid confusion.

Twana 7 months ago

↳ replying to Shawnna

I agree, the RACI matrix is key for clarity.

PMI-PBA Exam - Topic 3 Question 109 Discussion