TOGAF 9 Foundation (Level 1) — Question 180

Which of the following best describes the state of architecture artifacts as a project progresses through ADM Phases A to D?

Answer options

• A. The artifacts are transformed into solution architectures
• B. The artifacts become increasingly product focused
• C. The artifacts become increasingly generic and re-usable
• D. The artifacts evolve from generic architectures to organization-specific architectures
• E. The artifacts evolve from common systems architectures to foundation architectures

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because as a project advances through the ADM phases, the artifacts are tailored to meet the specific needs of the organization, evolving from broader concepts to more specific applications. Options A, B, C, and E do not accurately capture this progression, as they suggest either a narrowing focus on products or a shift to more generic architectures, which contradicts the intent of the ADM framework.