What can a requirements traceability matrix enable regardless of the project methodology being used?

The correct answer is D. Identification of missing and superfluous requirements. A Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) maps each requirement bidirectionally to its source, design elements, test cases, and project deliverables. This traceability makes it straightforward to identify missing requirements (requirements with no corresponding deliverable or test

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What can a requirements traceability matrix enable regardless of the project methodology being used?

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ACreation of a solid business case
BInvestigation of the viability of a new product
CEvaluation of solution and system performance
DIdentification of missing and superfluous requirements

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A
4% (1)
C
7% (2)
D
89% (24)

Explanation

A Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) maps each requirement bidirectionally to its source, design elements, test cases, and project deliverables. This traceability makes it straightforward to identify missing requirements (requirements with no corresponding deliverable or test) and superfluous requirements (deliverables or features with no traceable requirement justifying them). The RTM is methodology-agnostic - it can be applied in predictive, adaptive, or hybrid projects. The other options (business case creation, viability investigation, performance evaluation) are not core functions of an RTM.

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