IIBA Exam ECBA Topic 4 Question 107 Discussion

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Question #: 107
Topic #: 4

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What is a definitional rule?

AA representation of the operational knowledge of the organization

BAn obligation or prohibition of conduct, action, practice, or procedure

CA rule that can be violated

DA representation of the behavior of people

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Suggested Answer: A

Definitional rules are a type of business rule that form theories or produce information. They represent something that is fundamentally true or untrue about some concept within the organization. Unlike behavioral rules, which are about people's behavior, definitional rules constitute operational knowledge of the organization. They cannot be violated but can be misused. For instance, a definitional rule might be used to classify different categories of customers based on contractual agreements or order quantities.

by Chantell at Mar 23, 2025, 03:36 AM

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Stacey

12 days ago

This question is making my head spin. Maybe I should have studied the definition of 'definitional rule' a little more closely. *sigh*

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Loreta

15 days ago

Ooh, this one's tricky. I almost went with D, because people's behavior is definitely part of the definition. But B is probably the winner here.

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James

17 days ago

Hmm, I was tempted to go with A, but B makes more sense. Definitional rules need to have some teeth to them.

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Charlette

21 days ago

I agree with Lindsey. B seems to be the best choice here. What's the point of a rule if it can't be violated, am I right?

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Florinda

22 days ago

I think it could also be D) A representation of the behavior of people, as rules often dictate how people should act.

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Lindsey

24 days ago

Option B looks like the correct answer to me. Definitional rules are about obligations and prohibitions, not just representations.

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Frankie

24 days ago

That makes sense, a definitional rule could set boundaries for behavior within an organization.

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Cyril

27 days ago

I believe it could also be B) An obligation or prohibition of conduct, action, practice, or procedure.

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Frankie

29 days ago

I think a definitional rule is A) A representation of the operational knowledge of the organization.

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