CAPM Business Analysis Frameworks Practice Question
A business analyst is creating a business case for a new project. Which of the following is a key component that must be included in the business case?
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Cost-benefit analysis and financial metrics
A business case must include a cost-benefit analysis and financial metrics to justify the investment and demonstrate the project's value. Option A (user stories and acceptance criteria) are part of requirements documentation, not the business case. Option B (project milestones and deliverables) are part of the project management plan, not the business case. Option D (risk register and risk responses) is part of the risk management plan, not the business case.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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User stories and acceptance criteria
Why it's wrong here
These belong to requirements documentation.
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Project milestones and deliverables
Why it's wrong here
These are part of the project charter or plan, not the business case.
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Cost-benefit analysis and financial metrics
Why this is correct
The business case must demonstrate the financial viability of the project.
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Risk register and risk responses
Why it's wrong here
Risk management is detailed in the project management plan.
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