Which three of the following are time-boxed events in Scrum? (Choose three.)
Correct Answer: C,D,G
According to the Scrum Guide 1 , each event in Scrum is a formal opportunity to inspect and adapt something. These events are specifically designed to enable critical transparency and inspection. Failure to include any of these events results in reduced transparency and is a lost opportunity to inspect and adapt. All events are time-boxed events, such that every event has a maximum duration. Once a Sprint begins, its duration is fixed and cannot be shortened or lengthened. The remaining events may end whenever the purpose of the event is achieved, ensuring an appropriate amount of time is spent without allowing waste in the process. The time-boxed events in Scrum are: * Sprint Planning (eight hours or less for a one-month Sprint) * Daily Scrum (15 minutes or less for a one-month Sprint) * Sprint Review (four hours or less for a one-month Sprint) * Sprint Retrospective (three hours or less for a one-month Sprint) The other options are not time-boxed events in Scrum. References: Scrum Guide
Question 32
An organization has decided to adopt Scrum, but management wants to change the terminology to fit with terminology already used. What will likely happen if this is done? (Choose the best answer.)
Correct Answer: D
According to the Scrum Guide, changing the terminology of Scrum may have negative consequences, such as losing the benefits of Scrum, not understanding what has changed, or having very little change at all. Therefore, all answers apply to this question. The Scrum Guide recommends using the same terminology as in the guide to avoid confusion and misunderstanding.
Question 33
Which of these may a Scrum Team deliver at the end of a Sprint? (choose the best answer)
Correct Answer: B
The best answer is B. A valuable, useful Increment that meets the Definition of Done. According to the Scrum Guide 1 , "an Increment is a concrete stepping stone toward the Product Goal. Each Increment is additive to all prior Increments and thoroughly verified, ensuring that all Increments work together. In order to provide value, the Increment must be usable." The Scrum Guide also states that "work cannot be considered part of an Increment unless it meets the Definition of Done. The Definition of Done is a formal description of the state of the Increment when it meets the quality measures required for the product." Therefore, a Scrum Team should deliver a valuable, useful Increment that meets the Definition of Done at the end of each Sprint. This ensures that the product is potentially releasable and that the stakeholders can inspect and provide feedback on it. A, C, and D are not correct answers. A). A single document, if that is what management asked for. This answer does not reflect the Scrum values of commitment, focus, and respect 1 . A Scrum Team should not deliver a single document just because management asked for it, but rather deliver an Increment that provides value to the customers and users. A document may be part of an Increment, but it is not an Increment by itself. C). Failing unit tests, to identify acceptance tests for the next Sprint. This answer does not reflect the Scrum principle of empiricism 1 . A Scrum Team should not deliver failing unit tests, but rather deliver an Increment that is thoroughly verified and meets the quality standards. Failing unit tests indicate that the work is not done and that there are defects or errors in the product. A Scrum Team should use unit tests to ensure that the product works as expected and to identify and fix any issues before delivering the Increment. D). An Increment of software with minor known bugs in it. This answer does not reflect the Scrum value of openness 1 . A Scrum Team should not deliver an Increment of software with minor known bugs in it, but rather deliver an Increment that meets the Definition of Done and is free of any known defects or issues. Delivering an Increment with bugs in it can compromise the trust and satisfaction of the stakeholders and can lead to technical debt or rework in the future. A Scrum Team should strive to deliver high-quality products that meet or exceed the expectations of the customers and users.
Question 34
You have just been hired by a company new to Scrum. Your management has assigned you to be the Scrum Master of six new Scrum Teams. These teams will build one product. Select two conditions you should strive for in this scenario. (Choose two.)
Correct Answer: D,E
Question 35
The Sprint Goal is a result of Sprint Planning, as is the Sprint Backlog.
