PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) — Question 20

What should a business analyst do after discovering that two solution requirements conflict?

Answer options

• A. Communicate the conflict to stakeholders and facilitate a resolution.
• B. Update the requirements baseline and upload it to the project repository.
• C. Perform an impact analysis and propose a lower-cost alternative,
• D. Consult the sponsor(s) and log the constraint.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because communicating the conflict to stakeholders is crucial for ensuring that all parties are aware and can collaboratively find a resolution. Options B and C are incorrect since merely updating the baseline or proposing alternatives does not address the immediate need for resolution. Option D, while it involves consulting, does not actively engage stakeholders in resolving the conflict.