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Pareto Analysis is the exercise of determining what 40% of functionality can be delivered with 60% of the effort.

The correct answer is B. False. The statement is False. Pareto Analysis is based on the 80/20 rule, not a 40/60 split. It is the exercise of determining what 20% of causes or effort produces 80% of the results or value. In a project context, this means identifying the 20% of features that will deliver 80% of…

Submitted by paula_co· Apr 18, 2026Value-driven Delivery

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Pareto Analysis is the exercise of determining what 40% of functionality can be delivered with 60% of the effort.

Options

  • ATrue
  • BFalse

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(69 responses)
  • A
    10% (7)
  • B
    90% (62)

Explanation

The statement is False. Pareto Analysis is based on the 80/20 rule, not a 40/60 split. It is the exercise of determining what 20% of causes or effort produces 80% of the results or value. In a project context, this means identifying the 20% of features that will deliver 80% of the business value, allowing teams to prioritize the most impactful work first.

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#Pareto Analysis#80/20 Rule#Prioritization#Value delivery

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