Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) — Question 5

A business analyst (BA) has just completed a number of elicitation activities and is preparing to review the stated requirements. As part of this, the BA is checking the compliance of the stated requirements with organizational standards for business analysis.
What state is the BA attempting to move the requirements into?

Answer options

• A. Validated
• B. Verified
• C. Accepted
• D. Specified

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The BA is aiming to ensure that the requirements are 'Verified', meaning they meet the necessary standards and are accurately represented. 'Validated' refers to ensuring requirements meet stakeholders' needs, 'Accepted' means that stakeholders agree with the requirements, and 'Specified' relates to detailing the requirements but does not ensure compliance with standards.