PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) — Question 144

A new product was designed and delivered to the customer. The product exceeded customer expectations but did not meet the baseline budget for the product. What could be the issue?

Answer options

• A. Risks identified in the risk management plan were not addressed properly.
• B. Requirements were not properly traced and monitored.
• C. There is no issue since the product exceeded the customer expectations.
• D. The sponsor approved the release of the product without reviewing the budget.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because the sponsor's lack of budget review before approval could lead to financial discrepancies. Options A and B suggest potential shortcomings in risk management and requirements management, but they don't directly relate to the budget issue. Option C incorrectly states that an exceeding expectation negates the budget concern.