TOGAF 9 Combined Part 1 and Part 2 — Question 129

In TOGAF, what is the difference between an artifact and a deliverable?

Answer options

• A. An artifact contains one or more deliverables
• B. Artifacts and deliverables are synonymous; there is no difference between them
• C. Deliverables are prepared by the Project Manager, whereas artifacts are defined by the Architect
• D. Deliverables are reusable, whereas artifacts are unique to a given architecture project
• E. Deliverables are specified as contractual outputs from a project, whereas artifacts are not

Correct answer: E

Explanation

The correct answer is E because deliverables are formal outputs that are often defined in contractual agreements, while artifacts do not have the same contractual significance. The other options either misrepresent the relationship between artifacts and deliverables or incorrectly describe their nature.