There are 50 stakeholders in the current project. How many communication channels exist in this project?
Correct Answer: B
Explanation
The number of communication channels in a project is calculated by the formula:
n(n1)/2
, where
n
is the number of stakeholders. Therefore, if there are 50 stakeholders in the current project, the number of communication channels is:
50(501)/2=1225
Communication channels are the pathways or mediums through which information is exchanged among the stakeholders. The more stakeholders involved in a project, the more communication channels are needed, and the more complex the communication management becomes.References:CBAP / CCBA Certified Business Analysis Study Guide, chapter 6, page 236;CBAP Sample Questions, question 248.