Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA) — Question 505

A business analyst (BA) is facilitating a meeting with subject matter experts (SMEs) in which the SMEs are answering questions about the major business processes and associated activities the business performs. The BA will create a deliverable from this discussion that will assist in defining scope. What technique is the BA using?

Answer options

• A. SWOT analysis
• B. Mind mapping
• C. Functional decomposition
• D. Decision modelling

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, Functional decomposition, as it involves breaking down complex processes into smaller, manageable parts to understand the overall scope. The other options, such as SWOT analysis, mind mapping, and decision modeling, serve different purposes and do not specifically focus on defining the scope of business processes in the same way.