CAPM Business Analysis Frameworks Practice Question
During a requirements workshop, two key stakeholders disagree on a critical requirement. The project manager asks the business analyst to facilitate a resolution. Which approach is most effective?
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Use a prioritization matrix to evaluate trade-offs.
A prioritization matrix enables objective comparison of requirements based on predefined criteria such as value, cost, and urgency, facilitating a data-driven consensus. Option A is wrong: asking the sponsor to decide bypasses stakeholder collaboration and may not address the underlying disagreement. Option B is wrong: proceeding with both requirements can lead to scope creep and resource conflicts. Option C is wrong: a vote may not resolve deep disagreements and can alienate minority stakeholders.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Ask the project sponsor to decide.
Why it's wrong here
This avoids engagement and may not be the best decision.
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Document both requirements and proceed with both.
Why it's wrong here
Including both may increase scope without justification.
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Hold a vote among all stakeholders.
Why it's wrong here
Voting does not build consensus on complex issues.
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Use a prioritization matrix to evaluate trade-offs.
Why this is correct
A prioritization matrix provides objective criteria for decision making.
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