Scrum Master Lesson 5 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which of the following would be considered as most valuable by an Agile team? (Select one)

Processes and Tools

Comprehensive documentation

Working Software (correct)

Following a plan

With whom should a Scrum team share the progress reports and burn down charts? (Select one)

All the relevant stakeholders (correct)

Within the team and senior management

Team, Scrum Master, and Product Owner

Senior management and customers

A team transitioning to Scrum would most likely lose _______.

detailed upfront planning and architecture

What is the best way to arrive at a decision between two design patterns?

Develop small pilots with both approaches and study the outcomes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the most appropriate interpretation of the 80-20 rule used in DSDM or Atern? (Select one)

80% of the value is delivered from 20% of the work Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of Osmotic Communication?

Communication that flows through currents and overhearing Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following XP (Extreme Programming) practices is enabled through Pair Programming? (Select one)

Collective Code Ownership Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a Lean principle? (Select one)

See the whole Signup and view all the answers

After the start of a Sprint, the Product Owner (PO) wants to add one more story to the Sprint backlog. How should the Team respond? (Select one)

Include in the backlog only if the PO removes another item of equal size Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a scenario where the PO should consider cancelling the Sprint? (Select one)

The Sprint Backlog was rendered useless due to a major change Signup and view all the answers

A team completed eight out of ten stories planned in a Sprint. What should be done about the remaining two stories? (Select one)

They should move back to the Product Backlog for re-prioritization Signup and view all the answers

Who should determine the duration of a Sprint in Scrum? (Select one)

The Team Signup and view all the answers

The Product Owner (PO) wants a feature urgently, and the team's estimate for the feature was three sprints. What is the best course of action for the Scrum Master? (Select one)

Organize a meeting to explore options of meeting the requirement in time Signup and view all the answers

The best way to divide a large Project Team into smaller Scrum Teams is __________.

around features that need to be developed Signup and view all the answers

Why is diversity a desirable attribute for a Scrum Team? (Select one)

To encourage different viewpoints and healthy debate to emerge Signup and view all the answers

A part-time Scrum Master was working on a critical development activity when another team member asked for help. What should the Scrum Master do? (Select one)

Explore the best way to help the team member Signup and view all the answers

Identify what is wrong with this scenario: As a teller. (Select one)

It does not clearly describe what the need is; it sounds more like an acceptance criteria Signup and view all the answers

A team's average velocity is 10, with a maximum of 12 and a minimum of 8. The Release Backlog is sized at 72. How many Sprints should the Team commit? (Select one)

8 Signup and view all the answers

What should the Scrum Master do when the Team's estimates in a Planning Poker do not converge? (Select one)

Ask the Team to come to an agreement Signup and view all the answers

Between Sprints 4 and 5, the bottom of the Burn Down Bar Chart for release moved up above the horizontal axis. What might have caused this? (Select one)

Work might have been added to the scope Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Agile Value Priorities

Working Software is the most valuable element for an Agile team, contrasting with following a plan, processes, and comprehensive documentation.

Progress Reporting

Share progress reports and burn down charts with all relevant stakeholders to maintain transparency and effective communication.

Transitioning to Scrum

Teams transitioning to Scrum often lose detailed upfront planning and architecture, which may affect their approach to project management.

Decision-Making in Design

The best way to choose between two design patterns is to develop small pilots for both approaches and analyze the outcomes for informed decision-making.

80-20 Rule in DSDM

The 80-20 rule in DSDM indicates that 80% of value is derived from just 20% of the work, highlighting an emphasis on efficient delivery.

Osmotic Communication

Osmotic Communication occurs through informal interactions, allowing information to flow through overhearing discussions within the team environment.

XP Practices

Pair Programming facilitates Collective Code Ownership, allowing for collaborative code development and improved quality.

Lean Principles

Key Lean principles include seeing the whole and making decisions as early as possible to foster efficient practices and minimize waste.

Sprint Backlog Adjustments

If the Product Owner wants to add a story to the Sprint backlog, the team should include it only if another item of equal size is removed to maintain scope.

Sprint Cancellation Criteria

A Sprint might be canceled if it has become ineffective due to significant changes rendering the Sprint Backlog useless.

Handling Incomplete Stories

Remaining stories in a Sprint should go back to the Product Backlog for re-prioritization rather than extending the Sprint unnecessarily.

Sprint Duration Determination

The Scrum Team determines the duration of a Sprint, ensuring it meets their workflow and capacity needs.

Addressing Urgent Feature Requests

The Scrum Master should organize a meeting to explore options for delivering an urgent feature rather than forcing adjustments to team estimates.

Team Division for Scrum

Dividing a large project team into smaller Scrum Teams should be based on product feature development rather than role specialization.

Benefits of Team Diversity

Diversity within a Scrum Team enhances different viewpoints and encourages healthy debate, contributing to project innovation and problem-solving.

Supporting Team Members

A part-time Scrum Master should assess the best way to assist a team member in need, prioritizing team support while managing tasks.

Requirement Clarity

User scenarios must clearly indicate the needs of all stakeholders and not just focus on the perspective of one individual for effective requirements gathering.

Sprint Commitment Calculation

A team with an average velocity of 10 and a release backlog of 72 should commit to 8 Sprints to complete the backlog effectively.

Converging Estimates

When team estimates in Planning Poker do not converge, the Scrum Master should facilitate a discussion among team members to reach a consensus.

Burn Down Chart Dynamics

A rise in the Burn Down Bar Chart between Sprints indicates potential scope changes, such as added work, affecting the team's capacity to deliver.

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Test your knowledge of Agile principles with these flashcards from Scrum Master Lesson 5. Explore key concepts such as value delivery and progress reporting within Scrum teams. Perfect for those looking to deepen their understanding of Agile methodologies.