CDA Agile Principles & Mindset 2

Question 1

Which Agile Manifesto value states that responding to change is preferred over following a plan?

Accepted Answer

Responding to change over following a plan

Answer

The fourth Agile Manifesto value explicitly prioritizes responding to change over following a plan, though both sides hold value.

Question 2

In a disciplined agile context, what does 'WIP limit' help teams achieve?

Accepted Answer

Reduce multitasking and improve flow efficiency

Answer

WIP (Work In Progress) limits help teams reduce multitasking and context switching, improving overall flow and throughput.

Question 3

Which principle from the Agile Manifesto emphasizes delivering working software frequently?

Accepted Answer

Deliver working software frequently, from a couple of weeks to a couple of months

Answer

The third Agile Manifesto principle calls for frequent delivery of working software in short timeframes to provide value and gather feedback.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a retrospective in an agile team?

Accepted Answer

To inspect the team's process and identify improvements

Answer

Retrospectives are dedicated ceremonies for the team to reflect on their working process and identify actionable improvements.

Question 5

According to the DA mindset, how should teams handle technical debt?

Accepted Answer

Proactively manage and pay down technical debt continuously

Answer

The DA mindset advocates for proactively and continuously managing technical debt rather than allowing it to accumulate uncontrolled.

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