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Question #: 342
Topic #: 1
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A business analyst (BA) is planning for an upcoming solution based on a signed contract with a client but has learned that one of the key subject matter experts is unavailable during the first half of the business analysis phase. The project has a tight timeline and firm deadline that is part of the contract. There are no substitutes for the key subject matter expert.
How should the BA proceed?

  • A. Change the solution scope by removing the subject matter expert's component and obtain approval on the new scope
  • B. Reduce the schedule to coincide with the subject matter expert's availability and reduce the formality for requirements
  • C. Document the contract terms as a risk and adjust the contract costs to plan for the changes/rework
  • D. Identify the missing stakeholder as a risk and recommend an adaptive approach for the analysis phase
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Suggested Answer: B 🗳️
by Saira at Feb. 11, 2021, 10:59 a.m.

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Saira
Highly Voted 3 years, 5 months ago
Answer is D: Babok 3.1.7 • Domain Subject Matter Expert: can be a source of risk when their involvement is required and availability is lacking. The approach taken may depend on availability and level of their involvement with the initiative.
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NickMane
2 years, 10 months ago
I agree
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Rabbitsfoot
Most Recent 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
This aligns with the BABOK guidance regarding addressing risks related to key subject matter experts and recommending adaptive approaches to manage such risks effectively.
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Dillon91
1 year, 5 months ago
D. Pg 30. • Domain Subject Matter Expert: can be a source of risk when their involvement is required and availability is lacking. The approach taken m
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bim_269
1 year, 7 months ago
B. Keyword: There are no substitutes for the key subject matter expert.
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MFZZ
2 years, 1 month ago
Tricky question. I would go for C or D
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OctavianG
2 years, 8 months ago
B sounds logical
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