Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA) — Question 81

If a business analyst (BA) does not properly identify stakeholders, then the long-term implications are:

Answer options

• A. increased costs.
• B. reduced requirements.
• C. higher satisfaction.
• D. decreased risk.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, as failing to identify stakeholders can lead to misunderstandings and misaligned goals, ultimately resulting in increased costs for the project. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because reduced requirements, higher satisfaction, and decreased risk do not typically result from the failure to engage stakeholders properly.