CAPM Business Analysis Frameworks Practice Question
In a requirements gathering workshop, two stakeholders have differing opinions on the system interface design. The business analyst decides to use a technique that involves listing pros and cons of each option. Which technique is being used?
Answer choices
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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Decision Analysis
Decision analysis involves evaluating options based on criteria, often including pros and cons. Brainstorming generates ideas, Prototyping builds mockups, and Interface Analysis focuses on interfaces.
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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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Prototyping
Why it's wrong here
Prototyping creates a working model, not list pros/cons.
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Decision Analysis
Why this is correct
Correct: Decision analysis evaluates options with pros and cons.
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Interface Analysis
Why it's wrong here
Interface analysis examines system interfaces, not decision-making.
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Brainstorming
Why it's wrong here
Brainstorming generates many ideas without evaluation.
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