A project is being initiated to create new financial reports for the accounting department, and the accountants have a wide range of views as to what would serve them best. What should the business…

The correct answer is A. Resolve differences of opinion. The BA shouldresolve differences of opinion among stakeholdersto ensureconsensus on requirementsbefore proceeding. BABOK® Guide (Chapter 4.3 - Manage Stakeholder Collaboration)emphasizes that BAs mustmediate conflicting viewpoints and facilitate agreementto define accurate…

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A project is being initiated to create new financial reports for the accounting department, and the accountants have a wide range of views as to what would serve them best. What should the business analyst (BA) do to develop the correct set of requirements?

Options

AResolve differences of opinion
BConduct an impact analysis
CEstimate the scope of work
DPerform a feasibility study

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A
84% (16)
C
11% (2)
D
5% (1)

Explanation

The BA shouldresolve differences of opinion among stakeholdersto ensureconsensus on requirementsbefore proceeding. BABOK® Guide (Chapter 4.3 - Manage Stakeholder Collaboration)emphasizes that BAs mustmediate conflicting viewpoints and facilitate agreementto define accurate requirements. Impact analysis (Option B)is useful later when assessing changes. Scope estimation (Option C)is necessary but should be based on agreed-upon requirements. Feasibility study (Option D)is important for assessing viability but does not address stakeholder

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