PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) — Question 105

The business analyst has completed the requirements gathering and documentation processes in developing a baseline document. Several signoffs are needed. During the joint review process with the key stakeholders, the stakeholders announce that they are still not ready to sign off due to a communication gap.
Which technique should the business analyst have followed to ensure consensus?

Answer options

• A. The business analyst should have invited the key stakeholders to the meeting.
• B. The business analyst should have reviewed the requirements of the project sponsor first before reviewing other requirements.
• C. The business analyst should have performed a complete review of each requirement with the key stakeholders prior to the meeting.
• D. The business analyst should have performed a complete review of each requirement with one of the stakeholders’ peers before the meeting.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because performing a complete review of each requirement with the key stakeholders beforehand would ensure that everyone is on the same page and reduces the chances of misunderstandings. Options A and B do not address the need for thorough communication and consensus on the requirements, while option D focuses on a peer review which may not capture the perspectives of all stakeholders.