PMI DASM Exam - Topic 1 Question 11 Discussion

Actual exam question for PMI's DASM exam

Question #: 11
Topic #: 1

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What docs a well-written user story describe?

AThe expectations of the product owner.

BThe needs of all users.

CThe customers' perspective.

DA fixed outcome.

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Suggested Answer: C

A well-written user story in agile practices, including Disciplined Agile, describes the customer's perspective. User stories are short, simple descriptions of a feature or requirement from the point of view of the end user or customer. They are intended to capture the 'who, what, and why' of a requirement, focusing on the value it delivers to the customer. This perspective ensures that the development team understands the real-world needs and motivations behind the features they are building, allowing them to create solutions that truly meet user needs.

PMI Disciplined Agile (DA) Toolkit, which outlines the structure and purpose of user stories, highlighting the importance of describing features from the customer's perspective.

PMI Agile Practice Guide, which discusses the use of user stories to capture customer requirements and deliver value.

by Lynelle at Oct 22, 2024, 05:00 PM

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Lilli

3 months ago

Wait, are we sure it doesn’t include the product owner's expectations?

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Tijuana

3 months ago

A fixed outcome? Really? That seems too rigid.

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Lynda

3 months ago

But what about the needs of all users? That’s important too!

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Paola

4 months ago

I agree, option C is spot on!

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Kara

4 months ago

It should definitely capture the customers' perspective.

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Royce

4 months ago

I don't think a user story describes a fixed outcome; it seems more about flexibility and understanding user needs.

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Portia

4 months ago

I’m leaning towards option C, but I vaguely recall something about user stories needing to reflect the product owner's expectations too.

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Ira

4 months ago

I remember practicing a question that emphasized the needs of all users, but I feel like the product owner's expectations are also important.

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Venita

5 months ago

I think a well-written user story should focus on the customers' perspective, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the only aspect it covers.

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Elena

5 months ago

Okay, I've got this. A well-written user story should describe the needs of all users, not just a fixed outcome or the product owner's view. I'm confident that's the right answer here.

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Adolph

5 months ago

Ah, I remember learning about user stories in my Agile class. I believe the key is that they should capture the customer's perspective and needs, not just the product owner's expectations. Let me double-check that.

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Farrah

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know user stories are supposed to capture user needs, but I can't quite remember all the specific details. I'll have to think it through carefully.

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Reyes

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question about user stories. I'll think through the key elements of a well-written user story and see which option best fits.

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