CAPM Business Analysis Frameworks Practice Question
In an Agile framework, when should the business analyst perform backlog refinement?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Continuously throughout the project
Backlog refinement is an ongoing activity throughout the project to ensure the backlog is prioritized and ready for upcoming sprints.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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During the sprint review
Why it's wrong here
Sprint review focuses on demo and feedback, not backlog grooming.
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Only when requested by the product owner
Why it's wrong here
BA collaborates with product owner, but refinement is a regular practice.
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Only at the start
Why it's wrong here
Refinement is continuous, not just at the start.
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Continuously throughout the project
Why this is correct
Agile promotes continual refinement to adapt to changing requirements.
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