Scaled Agile SSM Exam - Topic 3 Question 46 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scaled Agile's SSM exam

Question #: 46
Topic #: 3

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What is one Scrum value that can help Agile Teams create transparency?

APatience

BOpenness

CCommitment

DCommunication

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Suggested Answer: B

Among the five Scrum values --- Commitment, Focus, Openness, Respect, and Courage --- the value that most directly supports transparency is Openness.

In both Scrum and SAFe, transparency is a foundational principle of empirical process control. Teams must be open about progress, impediments, challenges, and feedback to allow effective inspection and adaptation. When teams practice openness, trust grows, collaboration deepens, and issues are surfaced early rather than hidden.

The Scrum Guide (2020) states:

''The Scrum Team and its stakeholders are open about the work and the challenges. Openness encourages transparency, inspection, and adaptation.''

Similarly, SAFe encourages openness as part of the Lean-Agile mindset and team culture, ensuring alignment, honesty, and clarity across teams and ARTs.

Thus, the correct answer is B. Openness, as it directly enables transparency and honest collaboration.

by Lorrine at Nov 19, 2025, 12:43 PM

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Hyman

2 months ago

Communication creates a clear understanding among team members.

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Dwight

2 months ago

Persistence is important, but not for transparency.

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Rodrigo

2 months ago

Empathy helps too, but it’s not the main focus here.

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Lenny

2 months ago

Respect also plays a role, but I lean towards Communication.

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Ahmed

2 months ago

Definitely! Without clear communication, teams struggle.

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Jarod

2 months ago

Persistence doesn't really fit here, right?

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Rosio

3 months ago

Surprised this isn't more obvious, it's all about C) Communication!

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Ranee

3 months ago

I disagree, I’d say B) Respect is key too.

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Chau

3 months ago

B) Respect is the way to go. Without it, the other values fall apart.

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Laurel

4 months ago

Respect, communication, and empathy? Sounds like a recipe for a sitcom, not a Scrum exam! :)

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Huey

4 months ago

Hmm, I'm torn between B) Respect and C) Communication. Tough choice!

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Jamey

4 months ago

Respect and communication are both important, but I think D) Empathy is the real answer here.

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Kaycee

4 months ago

C) Communication is essential for building trust and transparency.

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Lenna

4 months ago

Persistence seems off for this question. I think it's definitely between communication and respect, but I can't decide!

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Galen

4 months ago

I feel like empathy could help with understanding team dynamics, but I don't recall it being directly linked to transparency in Scrum.

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Theron

5 months ago

I remember a practice question that focused on respect as a value. It seems like it could relate to transparency too, but I'm leaning towards communication.

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Isadora

5 months ago

I'm leaning towards Communication as the best answer. Scrum is all about collaboration and sharing information.

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Rocco

5 months ago

Persistence seems like it could be important too. Sticking with the process and being transparent about what's working or not.

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Tequila

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm not sure. Empathy might also help, allowing team members to understand each other's perspectives better.

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Jesusita

5 months ago

B) Respect is the key to creating transparency in Agile teams.

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Octavio

6 months ago

I think Communication is key for transparency.

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Florinda

6 months ago

I think communication is really important for transparency, but I'm not sure if it's the best answer here.

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Hyun

6 months ago

I think it's definitely C) Communication!

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Rasheeda

6 months ago

Not sure if empathy really helps with transparency...

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Bernardo

6 months ago

Communication is definitely the key here. Scrum teams need to be able to openly discuss progress, challenges, and ideas.

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Deeanna

7 months ago

I think the Scrum value of Respect could help create transparency on Agile Teams. Respecting each other's opinions and being open to feedback seems important.

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