Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA) — Question 480

A business analyst (BA) is planning the traceability approach for a project. Why should the BA conduct this planning activity?

Answer options

• A. To verify that project information is represented at a high level of abstraction
• B. To document the relationship between the different phases of the project for different stakeholders
• C. To ensure the approach provides enough detail to add value without excessive overhead
• D. To associate information with individual or related groups of requirements

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer, D, highlights the necessity of linking information to specific requirements, which is crucial for managing and tracking project deliverables. Option A does not address the practical connections necessary for effective traceability, B focuses on documenting relationships but misses the importance of requirement associations, and C emphasizes value without directly addressing the traceability aspect.