ECBA · Question #184
In which requirements analysis and design definition task does a business analyst (BA) consider the opportunity costs?
The correct answer is C. Analyze potential value and recommend solution. When a BA considers opportunity costs, they are performing a cost-benefit analysis to determine the best solution. This falls within the task of "Analyze Potential Value and Recommend Solution", where different design options or requirement implementations are evaluated for…
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In which requirements analysis and design definition task does a business analyst (BA) consider the opportunity costs?
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- AValidate requirements
- BDefine design options
- CAnalyze potential value and recommend solution
- DDefine requirements architecture
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(42 responses)- A5% (2)
- B2% (1)
- C90% (38)
- D2% (1)
Explanation
When a BA considers opportunity costs, they are performing a cost-benefit analysis to determine the best solution. This falls within the task of "Analyze Potential Value and Recommend Solution", where different design options or requirement implementations are evaluated for their expected value and opportunity costs (what must be forgone when choosing one option over another). Comparing expected benefits vs. associated costs Evaluating risks and missed opportunities Recommending the solution with optimal value delivery
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