TOGAF 9 Foundation (Level 1) — Question 46

According to TOGAF, which one of the following best describes an enterprise architecture?

Answer options

• A. An architecture of a commercial organization
• B. An architecture that consists of more than one subsidiary company
• C. An architecture that crosses multiple systems, and multiple functional groups within the enterprise
• D. The highest level of architecture that can be achieved in a given organization

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because enterprise architecture encompasses the integration of various systems and functional areas within an organization. Options A and B are too narrow in scope, focusing only on commercial entities or subsidiary relationships, while option D does not capture the comprehensive nature of enterprise architecture as defined by TOGAF.