Scrum Events and Activities Flashcards
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Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Daily Scrum?
Answer: To inspect progress toward the Sprint Goal and adapt the plan for the next 24 hours
The Daily Scrum is a 15-minute event for Developers to inspect progress toward the Sprint Goal and create a plan for the next day.
A Product Owner wants to present to stakeholders during Sprint Planning. Is this appropriate?
Answer: No, Sprint Planning is a Scrum Team-only event; stakeholders may be invited only if the team finds it useful
Sprint Planning is a Scrum Team event; outside experts may be invited only when the team finds it helpful.
What is the maximum timebox for a Sprint in Scrum?
Answer: 4 weeks
Scrum defines a Sprint as a fixed timebox of one month or less.
During the Sprint Retrospective, the team discovers the Definition of Done is inadequate. What should they do?
Answer: Update the Definition of Done during the Retrospective itself
The Sprint Retrospective is the right time to identify and commit to improvements, including updating the Definition of Done.
Who creates the Sprint Backlog during Sprint Planning?
Answer: The entire Scrum Team collaboratively
The entire Scrum Team participates in Sprint Planning; Developers own the Sprint Backlog but it emerges from a collaborative discussion.
A Scrum Master notices the Daily Scrum consistently runs 30 minutes. What is the best approach?
Answer: Coach the team on staying within the 15-minute timebox and focusing discussions
The Scrum Master coaches the team to respect the 15-minute timebox and move detailed discussions outside the event.
Which statement about Sprint length is TRUE?
Answer: Sprint length should remain consistent to reduce complexity
Consistent Sprint length helps establish rhythm and reduces the complexity of planning and forecasting.