Scaled Agile SAFe-SASM Exam - Topic 3 Question 24 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scaled Agile's SAFe-SASM exam

Question #: 24
Topic #: 3

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What goes into the Portfolio Backlog?

AStrategic Themes

BProjects

CCapabilities

DEpics

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Suggested Answer: D

The Portfolio Backlog in SAFe contains the larger initiatives, known as Epics. Epics are substantial pieces of work that require analysis, investment, and development effort over multiple Program Increments (PIs). They represent significant business or technical needs that drive the long-term strategy of the organization. These Epics are prioritized and managed in the Portfolio Backlog, where they can be decomposed into smaller, actionable items as they progress through the development process.

by Dottie at Jun 15, 2025, 04:41 PM

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Alton

4 months ago

Not sure about that, sounds a bit off to me.

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Crissy

4 months ago

Capabilities should be in there too, right?

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Pearlene

4 months ago

Wait, are Projects really part of the Portfolio Backlog?

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Audria

5 months ago

I think it also has Strategic Themes.

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Na

5 months ago

Definitely includes Epics!

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Stephanie

5 months ago

I’m leaning towards Epics being the main component of the Portfolio Backlog, but I could be mixing it up with something else we studied.

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Leatha

5 months ago

I practiced a question similar to this, and I think Capabilities were mentioned as well, but I can't recall how they fit in.

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Darnell

6 months ago

I remember we discussed Projects in relation to the backlog, but I feel like Epics might also be a part of it.

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Arthur

6 months ago

I think the Portfolio Backlog includes Strategic Themes, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the only thing.

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Annice

6 months ago

I'm feeling confident about this one. The Portfolio Backlog is where we manage the overall portfolio of projects and capabilities, so the correct answer is C, Capabilities.

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Fidelia

6 months ago

Ah, I remember discussing this in class. The Portfolio Backlog is where we capture the high-level strategic initiatives, so I'm going to go with A, Strategic Themes.

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Basilia

6 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit confused on this one. I know the Portfolio Backlog is related to strategic planning, but I'm not sure if it's A, C, or D. I'll have to think this through carefully.

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Angelica

6 months ago

I'm pretty sure the Portfolio Backlog includes Epics, so I'll go with option D.

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Gracia

9 months ago

The portfolio backlog? I thought that was just a fancy name for the CEO's personal wish list!

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Emelda

9 months ago

The portfolio backlog? Isn't that where we keep all the receipts for the executive team's lavish business trips?

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Eloisa

9 months ago

A) Strategic Themes, definitely. The portfolio backlog is where we keep track of the big-picture initiatives that drive our business forward.

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Tequila

7 months ago

C) Capabilities are essential to consider in order to support the execution of our strategic initiatives.

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Tomoko

7 months ago

D) Epics are also important to include in the Portfolio Backlog to ensure alignment with our business goals.

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Janessa

8 months ago

A) Strategic Themes are the key drivers of our business strategy.

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Johnna

9 months ago

B) Projects, of course! The portfolio backlog is where we plan and manage all the projects in our organization.

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Micaela

9 months ago

D) Epics sounds right to me. The portfolio backlog is where we capture the big user stories that span multiple projects.

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Theola

8 months ago

D) Epics

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Denny

8 months ago

A) Strategic Themes

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Ozell

10 months ago

I agree with both of you. The Portfolio Backlog can include Epics as well.

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Desmond

10 months ago

I believe it also includes Projects and Capabilities.

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Valentin

10 months ago

I think the Portfolio Backlog includes Strategic Themes.

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Scarlet

10 months ago

I think the answer is C) Capabilities. The portfolio backlog should contain the high-level organizational capabilities needed to achieve strategic goals.

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Roselle

10 months ago

You're both partially correct. The portfolio backlog can include all of these options - A) Strategic Themes, B) Projects, C) Capabilities, and D) Epics.

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Daniel

10 months ago

Actually, I think it's A) Strategic Themes. Strategic themes help align the portfolio backlog with the overall strategic direction of the organization.

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Corrinne

10 months ago

I believe the answer is D) Epics. Epics are large bodies of work that can be broken down into smaller tasks or stories.

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