GAQM CASPO-001 Exam - Topic 2 Question 12 Discussion

Actual exam question for GAQM's CASPO-001 exam

Question #: 12
Topic #: 2

Which three of the following are true about Scrum? (Choose the best three answers)

AScrum is a methodology, where you can pick and choose which parts of Scrum you think will work for your environment.

BScrum is like traditional processes but with self-organization to replace Project Managers.

CScrum is a framework for developing and sustaining complex products.

DScrum is based on empirical process control theory.

EEach component of Scrum serves a specific purpose and is essential to Scrum's success and your usage of Scrum to develop complex products.

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Suggested Answer: C, D, E

C: The Scrum Guide defines Scrum as 'a lightweight framework that helps people, teams, and organizations generate value through adaptive solutions for complex problems.' This is a core truth.

D: Scrum's foundation in empirical process control theory (transparency, inspection, adaptation) is explicitly stated in the Scrum Guide: 'Scrum is founded on empiricism and lean thinking.'

E: The Scrum Guide emphasizes that 'each element of the framework serves a specific purpose that is essential to the overall value and results realized with Scrum.' Altering components risks losing Scrum's benefits.

Option A is false---Scrum is a framework, not a methodology, and cherry-picking parts undermines its integrity. Option B misrepresents Scrum; it's not a tweak on traditional processes but a distinct approach, and it doesn't merely replace Project Managers with self-organization---it eliminates that role entirely. Thus, C, D, and E are correct.

by Cordie at Aug 16, 2025, 09:12 PM

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Lelia

2 months ago

Empirical process control is key to Scrum!

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Josefa

2 months ago

Wait, isn't it more flexible than that?

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Ula

2 months ago

Totally agree, each part is essential for success!

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Leeann

3 months ago

Scrum is definitely a framework, not a methodology.

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Evan

3 months ago

Really? I thought you could just pick and choose what works.

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Carlene

3 months ago

E seems right to me; I remember discussing how each component is crucial for Scrum to work effectively.

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Chu

3 months ago

I think D is true because we talked about empirical process control in class, but I'm not entirely sure how it connects to Scrum.

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Melodie

4 months ago

I'm a bit unsure about A. It feels like we can't just pick and choose parts of Scrum, but I can't recall the exact wording from the study materials.

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Elke

4 months ago

I remember that Scrum is often referred to as a framework, not a methodology, so I think C is definitely one of the answers.

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Merilyn

4 months ago

Ugh, this question is tricky. I know Scrum is a framework, but I'm not 100% sure about all the details. Maybe I should review my notes quickly before answering.

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Isaiah

4 months ago

I'm feeling good about this. Scrum is a framework, not a methodology, and it's focused on empirical process control. I just need to make sure I select the three best answers.

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Brinda

4 months ago

Okay, I think the key here is that Scrum is a framework for developing complex products. The components all serve a specific purpose, so I shouldn't try to skip any of them.

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Rosalia

4 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about the self-organization part. I know Scrum has roles like the Scrum Master, but I can't remember if it completely replaces traditional project management.

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Lynette

5 months ago

I'm pretty confident about this one. Scrum is a framework, not a methodology where you can pick and choose parts. And it's definitely based on empirical process control theory.

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Karl

5 months ago

This is a great question! I'm sure the answer involves some kind of magic and/or unicorns. But seriously, C, D, and E seem like the way to go.

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Chandra

5 months ago

I agree with Bernardo. Scrum is all about empirical process control and having a defined set of practices and roles that work together to deliver value.

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Fernanda

6 months ago

B is definitely not true. Scrum is quite different from traditional processes, with a focus on self-organization and cross-functional teams, not Project Managers.

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Amber

5 months ago

C) Scrum is a framework for developing and sustaining complex products.

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Shawna

5 months ago

A) Scrum is a methodology, where you can pick and choose which parts of Scrum you think will work for your environment.

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Bernardo

6 months ago

I think C, D, and E are the correct answers. Scrum is a framework that focuses on empirical process control and has specific components that are essential for developing complex products.

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