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GAQM CASPO-001 Exam - Topic 6 Question 9 Discussion

Actual exam question for GAQM's CASPO-001 exam
Question #: 9
Topic #: 6
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As the Sprint Planning meeting progresses, the Developers see that the workload is greater than they can handle. Which two are valid actions? (Choose the best two answers)

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Suggested Answer: D, E

The Scrum Guide allows the Sprint Backlog to be adjusted during Sprint Planning if the Developers realize the scope exceeds capacity: 'If the work turns out to be different than they expected, they collaborate with the Product Owner to negotiate the scope of the Sprint Backlog within the Sprint.'

D: Removing or changing items is valid to align with capacity while preserving the Sprint Goal.

E: Informing the Product Owner, starting the Sprint, and monitoring progress reflects collaboration and adaptability, keeping the Sprint on track.

Option A (overtime) contradicts Scrum's sustainable pace principle. Option B (recruiting) isn't feasible mid-planning and disrupts team stability. Option C (canceling) is an extreme measure only the Product Owner can initiate, not the Developers, and only for specific reasons (e.g., Sprint Goal obsolescence). Thus, D and E are valid.


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Naomi
2 months ago
A is not a good idea, overtime just leads to burnout.
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Tracey
2 months ago
Totally agree with D! Changing backlog items makes sense.
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Lauran
2 months ago
I think D and E are the best options here.
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Fausto
3 months ago
Wait, can they really cancel the Sprint? That seems extreme!
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Erick
3 months ago
B is unrealistic, we can't just recruit on the fly!
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Delmy
3 months ago
I'm not sure about canceling the Sprint, but I guess it could be a last resort if things are really unmanageable.
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Javier
3 months ago
I think removing or changing backlog items could be a valid action. It seems like a common practice in similar scenarios.
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Magnolia
4 months ago
I feel like recruiting new Developers would take too long, so that might not be practical either.
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Diane
4 months ago
I remember discussing how overtime isn't a sustainable solution, so I think that's definitely not an option.
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Dong
4 months ago
Recruiting additional Developers is a good idea, but it might not be feasible in the short term. Removing or changing Backlog items seems like the most practical solution here.
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Brett
4 months ago
Canceling the Sprint seems like a last resort option. I'd want to explore other ways to address the workload issue first.
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Dominic
4 months ago
Okay, I think I've got it. The key is to focus on transparency and collaboration with the Product Owner to adjust the Sprint plan.
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Dorothy
5 months ago
Hmm, the workload being greater than the Developers can handle is a tricky situation. I'll need to carefully consider the valid actions based on Scrum best practices.
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Lai
5 months ago
This question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the Scrum principles correctly before answering.
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Jenelle
6 months ago
I'm with Herschel on this one. Who works overtime these days? D and E for the win!
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Ira
5 months ago
Yeah, I think adjusting the Product Backlog items and keeping the Product Owner informed is the way to go.
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Sena
5 months ago
I agree, working overtime is not sustainable. Let's go with D and E.
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Herschel
7 months ago
Haha, working overtime? What is this, the 80s? D and E are clearly the way to go. Get real, folks.
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Vilma
5 months ago
Yeah, working overtime is not sustainable. D) Remove or change selected Product Backlog items.
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Charlesetta
7 months ago
I agree, D and E are the way to go. No point in overworking the team or scrapping the whole plan.
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Samira
5 months ago
Agreed, it's important to adjust the plan rather than overworking the team or cancelling the Sprint.
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Karl
5 months ago
E) The Developers ensure that the Product Owner is aware, start the Sprint, and monitor progress.
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Shayne
7 months ago
D) Remove or change selected Product Backlog items.
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Elbert
7 months ago
In that case, we should make sure the Product Owner is aware and monitor progress closely.
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Pansy
7 months ago
Definitely go with D and E. Overtime and canceling the Sprint are just not sustainable solutions.
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Darell
7 months ago
Yeah, overtime and canceling the Sprint are not ideal solutions.
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Virgina
7 months ago
I agree, D and E are the best options.
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Helene
7 months ago
But what if the Product Owner is not willing to make changes?
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Evangelina
8 months ago
I agree with Elbert. It's important to prioritize and adjust the workload.
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Kathrine
8 months ago
D and E are the best options here. Reducing the workload or getting the Product Owner involved are the most sensible approaches.
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Marg
7 months ago
Let's make sure to communicate with the Product Owner and adjust the backlog items.
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Ollie
7 months ago
Agreed, reducing the workload or involving the Product Owner are key.
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Luther
7 months ago
D and E are the best options here.
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Elbert
8 months ago
I think we should remove or change selected Product Backlog items.
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