SCRUM Artifacts and Commitments 3

Question 1

Who is accountable for the Product Backlog?

Accepted Answer

The Product Owner

Answer

The Product Owner is accountable for the Product Backlog, including its content, ordering, and transparency.

Question 2

Who owns and manages the Sprint Backlog?

Accepted Answer

The Developers

Answer

The Sprint Backlog is created by and belongs to the Developers, who manage it throughout the Sprint.

Question 3

What three elements make up the Sprint Backlog?

Accepted Answer

The Sprint Goal, the selected Product Backlog items, and the plan to deliver them

Answer

The Sprint Backlog is composed of the Sprint Goal (why), the selected items (what), and the actionable plan (how).

Question 4

How often should the Sprint Backlog be updated?

Accepted Answer

Throughout the Sprint as more is learned

Answer

The Sprint Backlog is a highly visible, real-time picture updated throughout the Sprint as the Developers learn more.

Question 5

What characteristic should Product Backlog items near the top of the list have?

Accepted Answer

They are more refined, clear, and ready for selection

Answer

Items higher in the Product Backlog are usually clearer and more detailed through refinement, making them ready for selection.

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