PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) — Question 12

A company is developing a new e-commerce platform to enter a new market segment. Development is well under way when the government issues a new set of regulations.
Which course of action should the business analyst take?

Answer options

• A. Check the traceability matrix to identify affected use cases.
• B. Evaluate if the new set of regulations is aligned with the business case.
• C. Evaluate the impact of the change on the project schedule.
• D. Obtain management sign-off on the new set of regulations.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because it is crucial for the business analyst to determine whether the new regulations align with the business objectives before making any other assessments. Options A, C, and D, while important, are secondary steps that should follow after confirming the regulations fit within the business case.