CBAP Question #540: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is D. Decision Analysis. To compare two existing systems and determine which is better suited for modification and upgrade, the BA must use Decision Analysis to evaluate each option against defined criteria.

Question

What kind of analysis must the BA do to determine if one of the systems is better suited to be modified and upgraded?

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Options

ARisk Analysis
BStakeholder Analysis
CProcess Analysis
DDecision Analysis

Explanation

To compare two existing systems and determine which is better suited for modification and upgrade, the BA must use Decision Analysis to evaluate each option against defined criteria.

Common mistakes.

A. Risk Analysis identifies and assesses potential threats and uncertainties within a solution but does not provide a structured comparison framework for selecting between two system upgrade options.
B. Stakeholder Analysis identifies who is affected by a change and maps their interests and influence but does not evaluate the technical or financial merits of competing systems.
C. Process Analysis examines current and future workflows to identify gaps and improvements but does not determine which of two candidate systems is better suited for modification.

Concept tested. Decision Analysis for comparing solution upgrade alternatives

Reference. https://www.iiba.org/standards-and-resources/babok/

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