Certified Agile Service Manager Agile Manifesto and Principles 3

Question 1

According to the first Agile principle, what is the highest priority in software (or service) delivery?

Accepted Answer

Satisfying the customer through early and continuous delivery of valuable software

Answer

The first principle states the highest priority is to satisfy the customer through early and continuous delivery of valuable software.

Question 2

The second Agile principle frames welcoming late-stage changes as beneficial specifically because they:

Accepted Answer

Harness change for the customer's competitive advantage

Answer

The second principle frames welcoming late changes as harnessing them for the customer's competitive advantage.

Question 3

How frequently should working software be delivered, according to the third Agile principle?

Accepted Answer

Frequently, from a couple of weeks to a couple of months

Answer

The third principle states working software should be delivered frequently, from weeks to months, with a preference for shorter timescales.

Question 4

The fourth Agile principle states that business people and developers must work together:

Accepted Answer

Daily throughout the project

Answer

The fourth principle explicitly states business people and developers must work together daily throughout the project.

Question 5

According to the fifth Agile principle, how should you treat motivated individuals on a project?

Accepted Answer

Give them the environment and support they need, then trust them to get the job done

Answer

The fifth principle says to build projects around motivated individuals, give them environment and support, and trust them to get the job done.

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