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What is the primary focus of a business analyst?

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The primary focus of a business analyst is to understand business needs and improve processes.

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What is the primary focus of a system analyst?

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The primary focus of a system analyst is to design and implement information systems.

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True or False: Business analysts primarily work on technical solutions.

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False

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Fill in the blank: Business analysts often gather requirements through ____.

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interviews and workshops

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Fill in the blank: System analysts typically focus on ____ and system architecture.

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technology integration

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6
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Which role is more focused on stakeholder communication?

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Business analyst

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True or False: System analysts do not interact with end-users.

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False

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What type of documents do business analysts create?

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Business requirements documents (BRDs)

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9
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What type of documents do system analysts create?

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Technical specifications

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10
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Multiple Choice: Which role typically has more technical skills?

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System analyst

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What is a key tool used by business analysts?

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SWOT analysis

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What is a key tool used by system analysts?

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Data flow diagrams

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True or False: Both business analysts and system analysts can work on project management.

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True

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Fill in the blank: Business analysts often provide ____ to ensure the solution meets business needs.

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user acceptance testing (UAT)

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What is a common soft skill for business analysts?

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Communication skills

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16
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What is a common soft skill for system analysts?

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Problem-solving skills

17
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Multiple Choice: Which analyst is more likely to create a use case diagram?

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System analyst

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What does a business analyst typically analyze?

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Business processes and requirements

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What does a system analyst typically analyze?

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System functionalities and technical requirements

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Fill in the blank: Business analysts often facilitate ____ to gather requirements.

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Which role is more involved in change management?

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Business analyst

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True or False: System analysts do not need to understand the business domain.

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What is an example of a deliverable from a business analyst?

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Requirements traceability matrix

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What is an example of a deliverable from a system analyst?

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System design document

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Multiple Choice: Which role usually conducts feasibility studies?
Business analyst
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What is a key difference in the end goal of both roles?
Business analysts aim for business value, while system analysts aim for technical efficiency.
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Fill in the blank: Business analysts work to align technology with ____.
business strategy