Scaled Agile SSM Exam - Topic 3 Question 18 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scaled Agile's SSM exam

Question #: 18
Topic #: 3

Three members of Team C created a new workflow to speed up the testing process. They spent an entire Iteration designing the process but discovered, just before implementation, that the system could not support the workflow. The rest of the team was excited to hear what was learned from the failed experiment. Which of the following characteristics of a high-performing Agile Team is Team C demonstrating?

AAccountability to each other and the organization for reliably completing quality work

BMutual trust that allows for both healthy conflict and reliance on others

CA safe environment for taking risks without fear of embarrassment or criticism

DEnjoying the work and working together

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Suggested Answer: D

One way uncommitted objectives help Agile Teams make a plan for the PI is that they maintain the predictability of achieving the objectives. Uncommitted objectives are PI objectives that are not included in the team's commitment or counted against teams in the ART predictability measure.They are used to identify work that can be variable within the scope of a PI, such as stretch goals, spikes, innovation, or exploration1Uncommitted objectives help improve the predictability of delivering business value since they allow the team to adjust their scope based on the actual progress and feedback during the PI.They also provide the team with some flexibility and capacity to respond to changing needs and expectations, as well as to pursue learning and improvement opportunities12(Must be taken from SAFe 6 Scrum Master resources)

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Oretha

5 months ago

I disagree, it seems more like a lack of planning.

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Aliza

5 months ago

Definitely shows mutual trust in the team.

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Kaycee

5 months ago

Surprised they didn't check system compatibility earlier!

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Cecil

5 months ago

I think it's more about accountability, though.

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Justine

6 months ago

Sounds like they really embraced the learning process!

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Hollis

6 months ago

I feel like enjoying the work could be a factor too. If they were excited about the learning, it might indicate they enjoy collaborating, right?

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Shawna

6 months ago

I remember a practice question about accountability, but this feels more about the team's openness to failure. Maybe it's about creating a safe space?

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Bok

6 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but it seems like mutual trust is important here too. They were excited to share what they learned, which suggests they rely on each other.

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Belen

6 months ago

I think this situation shows that Team C has a safe environment for taking risks. They learned from their failure without fear of criticism.

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Slyvia

6 months ago

This is a good test of our understanding of Agile principles. I'll carefully consider each option and try to identify the best answer.

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Ena

6 months ago

Ah, I see what they're getting at. The team learned from their failed experiment, which shows accountability and a willingness to learn.

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Aliza

6 months ago

Okay, I think I've got it. The team is demonstrating a safe environment for taking risks, which is a crucial characteristic of a high-performing Agile team.

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Bernadine

6 months ago

This seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about the characteristics of a high-performing Agile team.

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Glenn

7 months ago

Hmm, I'm not entirely sure about this. I'll have to review the key principles of Agile to figure out the best answer.

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Ernie

7 months ago

I've got this! I'll just create a Service with the right port and selector to connect to the backend-deployment.

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Leila

7 months ago

This looks like a tricky multiple choice. I'll trust my first instinct and circle 83 - the combination of pressure, opportunity, and integrity seems to point that way.

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Dacia

7 months ago

The identity and access management team seems like they would be a good choice, but I'm not sure if they have the same level of data expertise as the custodian. I'll have to weigh the pros and cons of each option.

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Mitsue

7 months ago

I think Bounce Verification might help with spoofing attacks, but I feel like I've mixed it up with something else.

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Dusti

11 months ago

I'd have to agree with Nieves on this one. Agile teams are all about embracing the fail-fast, fail-forward mentality. I'm picturing the team high-fiving each other and saying, 'Well, that was a swing and a miss, but at least we tried!' C is the way to go.

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Nieves

11 months ago

Haha, I bet the team was like, 'Well, that was a total flop, but at least we got a good laugh out of it!' Learning through failure is all part of the Agile journey. I'm going with C, just because I like the idea of a 'safe environment for taking risks without fear of embarrassment or criticism'.

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Benton

9 months ago

Learning from mistakes is what helps us grow as a team.

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Brittni

10 months ago

I agree, having a safe space to take risks is crucial for innovation.

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Reita

10 months ago

Definitely, it's all about continuous improvement.

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Alysa

10 months ago

Yeah, failing fast and learning from it is key in Agile.

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Jesusita

11 months ago

Hmm, I'm not so sure. I think the key here is that the team was excited to hear what was learned, which points more towards mutual trust and a collaborative environment. I'd go with B on this one.

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Almeta

10 months ago

It's great to see that Team C is open to learning and growing together.

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Nan

10 months ago

Definitely, without trust, team members may not feel comfortable sharing their failures.

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Elin

10 months ago

I agree, mutual trust is crucial for a team to learn from their mistakes.

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Peggy

12 months ago

Absolutely, Colette! Team C is demonstrating their willingness to experiment and learn, even when things don't go as planned. That's the kind of resilience and growth mindset that makes Agile teams thrive.

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Ettie

11 months ago

C) A safe environment for taking risks without fear of embarrassment or criticism

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Bettyann

11 months ago

B) Mutual trust that allows for both healthy conflict and reliance on others

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Anglea

11 months ago

A) Accountability to each other and the organization for reliably completing quality work

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Colette

1 year ago

Wow, this question really hits the nail on the head! It's all about that fail-forward mentality that Agile teams strive for. I'm guessing the answer is C - a safe environment for taking risks without fear of embarrassment or criticism.

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