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Question #: 123
Topic #: 1
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Martha is observing Sarah complete several complex steps as part of her business analysis requirements elicitation process. In this instance Martha working alongside Sarah is actually helping Sarah complete the work so that Martha can understand all of the steps Sarah must complete.
What type of requirements elicitation technique is Martha using?

  • A. Progressive elaboration
  • B. Shadowing
  • C. Cross training requirements elicitation
  • D. Active observation
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Suggested Answer: D 🗳️
by Sheyibass at May 31, 2023, 12:16 a.m.

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488cdd7
2 days, 8 hours ago
Selected Answer: B
Babok V3 pg 306 - Active observation is when you observe and ask questions, ask why they are doing it that way etc but not Actual Participation. Once you start to do the work too its beyond observation its more apprenticing (or sometimes called shadowing).
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Nobita135
2 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: D
Active observation involves the observer (Martha) not only watching but also participating in the task or process to gain a deeper understanding of the steps involved. By helping Sarah complete the work, Martha is engaging directly, making this active observation rather than passive observation, where she would simply watch without interaction.
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Georgian1994
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
"There are two basic approaches for observation: Active/Noticeable : (...) A variation of this method may involve even stronger intervention into actors' activities by stimulating them to perform specific tasks." (BABOK V3 pg 306). If Martha is involved in doing specific tasks, then she is an actor and is practicing active observation. Answer is D
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Sheyibass
1 year, 2 months ago
Selected Answer: C
Can someone please explain why the answer is not C? Matha was practically helping Sara do the job. That is no longer an 'observation' in my opinion. Eager to know what other people think
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