PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) — Question 127

How can a SWOT analysis help when deciding between several possible options to address a business problem?

Answer options

• A. It can help the project sponsor to determine the valuation of each option.
• B. It can help the stakeholders identify the strengths and weaknesses of each option.
• C. It can help the product owner to determine opportunity cost of not choosing an option.
• D. It can help the stakeholders to determine how to avoid the threats of each option.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because a SWOT analysis focuses on identifying the strengths and weaknesses of each option, which is crucial for informed decision-making. Options A, C, and D, while relevant, do not specifically pertain to the core purpose of a SWOT analysis, which is to evaluate internal strengths and weaknesses.