TOGAF 9 Foundation (Level 1) — Question 167

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a business scenario?

Answer options

• A. To define and plan an enterprise architecture transformation based on Capability-Based Planning
• B. To develop a set of general rules and guidelines for the architecture being developed
• C. To develop a set of security guidelines for the architecture being developed
• D. To help identify and understand the business requirements that an architecture must address
• E. To identify and mitigate the risks when implementing an architecture project

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because the primary purpose of a business scenario is to clarify and recognize the business needs that the architecture is meant to fulfill. Options A, B, C, and E focus on different aspects such as planning, guidelines, security, and risk management, which are not the primary intention of a business scenario.