PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) — Question 117

A key component of the business analyst’s role during acceptance testing is to:

Answer options

• A. delegate execution of acceptance testing and defect identification to users.
• B. execute all acceptance tests on behalf of the user community.
• C. act as a resource only when users encounter difficulties while performing tests.
• D. assist the quality assurance department by defining acceptance criteria.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as the business analyst's role includes defining acceptance criteria, which helps ensure that the product meets the necessary standards. Options A and B incorrectly suggest that the analyst should delegate or perform the tests, while option C misrepresents their role as only being available for assistance rather than being actively involved.