PMI Exam PMI-PBA Topic 7 Question 80 Discussion

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Question #: 80
Topic #: 7

A business analyst conducts an initial review to define scope. The analysis includes the review of the business case, project goals, and objectives to obtain the necessary and required context Based on that information, the business analyst determines that this is a large project with multiple interfaces which could cost the company money that was not initially included in the budget.

What characteristics of the project are needed to determine the approach so that the business analyst can validate whether they will need to have a discussion about the budget?

AType of elicitation activities to be conducted

BSelected project life cycle

CBusiness analysis deliverables to be produced

DDecision on the type of models to be used

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Suggested Answer: B

by Boris at Jun 19, 2024, 11:30 AM

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Mindy

5 months ago

I think all options are important, but ultimately the business analysis deliverables will guide the budget discussions.

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Winfred

5 months ago

Hmm, I'd say B as well. The project life cycle sets the tone for everything else, including the budget.

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Cary

3 months ago

Let's focus on that to determine the approach.

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Wilburn

4 months ago

Agreed, it will definitely impact the budget.

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Earleen

4 months ago

I think we should consider the selected project life cycle.

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Hermila

4 months ago

C) Business analysis deliverables to be produced

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Titus

4 months ago

B) Selected project life cycle

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Suzan

4 months ago

A) Type of elicitation activities to be conducted

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Dominga

5 months ago

I believe the type of elicitation activities is also crucial for budget validation.

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Irma

5 months ago

Haha, I bet the business analyst is already sweating about that budget discussion. Better start prepping those PowerPoint slides!

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Elfrieda

5 months ago

I agree with Corrie, the project life cycle will impact the budget discussions.

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Marva

5 months ago

I agree with Brett. The project life cycle is the key factor here to assess the budget implications.

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Jacob

4 months ago

B) Selected project life cycle

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Nakisha

4 months ago

A) Type of elicitation activities to be conducted

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Corrie

5 months ago

I think the selected project life cycle is important to determine the approach.

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Titus

5 months ago

Definitely B. The project life cycle will dictate the overall scope and complexity, which impacts the budget.

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Michal

4 months ago

C) Business analysis deliverables to be produced

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Emmanuel

5 months ago

B) Selected project life cycle

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Brett

6 months ago

I think the correct answer is B. The selected project life cycle is crucial in determining the approach and whether budget discussions are needed.

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Kimberely

5 months ago

C: Yes, understanding the project life cycle is essential for making decisions about budget and approach.

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Lewis

5 months ago

B: I agree, the project life cycle can greatly impact the budget and approach.

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Paz

5 months ago

A: I think the correct answer is B. The selected project life cycle is crucial in determining the approach and whether budget discussions are needed.

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