CAPM Business Analysis Frameworks Practice Question
Which THREE statements about requirements traceability are correct? (Choose three.)
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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It links requirements to test cases and design elements.
The correct statements are B, D, and E. Requirements traceability links requirements to test cases and design elements (B), ensures each requirement adds business value (D), and helps assess the impact of changes (E). Option A is incorrect because traceability is used throughout the project lifecycle, not only during validation. Option C is incorrect because traceability complements, but does not replace, the requirements management plan.
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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It is only used during the validation phase.
Why it's wrong here
Traceability is used throughout the project, from inception to deployment.
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It links requirements to test cases and design elements.
Why this is correct
Traceability connects requirements to downstream artifacts.
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It replaces the need for a requirements management plan.
Why it's wrong here
A requirements management plan defines processes, while traceability is a tool.
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It ensures each requirement adds business value.
Why this is correct
Traceability links requirements to business objectives, ensuring value.
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It helps assess the impact of changes.
Why this is correct
Traceability identifies affected elements when requirements change.
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