PC-BA-FBA-20 practice question 2 of 15

Which of the following statements about the workshop investigation technique are TRUE? a) Permits the impartial, long-term observation of business…

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Which of the following statements about the workshop investigation technique are TRUE? a) Permits the impartial, long-term observation of business activities. b) Allows statements and assertions to be immediately cross-checked with other participants. c) Provides an effective means of achieving consensus among stakeholders. d) Provides an opportunity to collect accurate quantitative data about business processes.
Answer options
A: a, c and d only
B: b, c and d only
C: a and d only
D: b and c only. Correct answer
Correct Answer:
D. b and c only.
Explanation

The true statements about workshops are b and c. Workshops are collaborative, structured meetings involving multiple stakeholders. Statement (b) is true because having multiple stakeholders present allows the facilitator (often the BA) to immediately cross-check and resolve conflicting information or assumptions in real-time. Statement (c) is true because the group environment, led by a skilled facilitator, is highly effective for discussing differing viewpoints and working towards a consensus or agreed-upon outcome. Statement (a) is false as this describes formal observation, not a workshop. Statement (d) is false; workshops are primarily used to gather qualitative information (opinions, requirements, process logic), not to collect accurate quantitative data (e.g., process timings or volumes), which is usually obtained from documents or system logs. (Reference: BCS Foundation Certificate in Business Analysis / BCS Business Analysis Practice – Investigative Techniques, Workshops)

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