SCRUM Flashcards
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During a Sprint, the Product Owner asks the Developers to add a new high-priority item mid-Sprint. What is the correct response?
Answer: Negotiate scope; the Sprint Backlog can be renegotiated with the Developers as more is learned
The Sprint Backlog scope may be clarified and renegotiated with the Developers as needed, without endangering the Sprint Goal.
Who has the authority to cancel a Sprint?
Answer: The Product Owner
Only the Product Owner has the authority to cancel a Sprint, typically if the Sprint Goal becomes obsolete.
What is the maximum recommended length of a Sprint in Scrum?
Answer: One month (four weeks)
Sprints are fixed-length events of one month or less to create consistency.
The Daily Scrum is primarily for whom?
Answer: The Developers to inspect progress toward the Sprint Goal and adapt the plan
The Daily Scrum is for the Developers to inspect progress and adapt their plan for the day.
What does the Definition of Done provide?
Answer: A shared understanding of when work is complete and meets quality standards
The Definition of Done is a formal description of the quality state required for an Increment to be considered complete.
If multiple Scrum Teams work on the same product, how many Product Backlogs should there be?
Answer: One Product Backlog for the product
A product has one Product Backlog and one Product Owner regardless of how many teams work on it.
What is the timebox for the Sprint Retrospective in a one-month Sprint?
Answer: A maximum of three hours
The Sprint Retrospective is timeboxed to a maximum of three hours for a one-month Sprint.