Scrum PAL-I Exam - Topic 4 Question 19 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scrum's PAL-I exam

Question #: 19
Topic #: 4

You manage a product delivery organization. Your manager asks you to create a plan for the next fiscal year describing what will be delivered. What is the best way to proceed? (choose the best answer)

AWork with the Product Owner(s) to analyze current delivery capabilities against demand, then use that data to build a probabilistic forecast that serves to illustrate what might be achieved.

BUse your knowledge to make the plan and later negotiate its implementation with the Scrum Team.

CWork with specialists from each team to build an estimated backlog that you can translate into a Gantt chart.

DAsk each Scrum Team to estimate the current backlog and make a plan against the story points previously delivered. Then normalize story points across teams to combine the estimates.

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Suggested Answer: A

In Agile, future planning should be based on empirical evidence, using past performance to inform what might be realistically achieved in the future. Probabilistic forecasting gives a more realistic view by accounting for variability in team performance and aligning with Agile's iterative, adaptive approach. It avoids overcommitment and provides transparency, promoting better stakeholder communication.

by Cammy at Nov 26, 2025, 02:32 AM

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Myong

15 hours ago

I disagree, B) seems more practical for quick planning.

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Stephen

6 days ago

A) is definitely the most data-driven approach.

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Dorthy

11 days ago

Option B? Seriously? That's like trying to herd cats and expecting them to do the tango.

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Dorthy

16 days ago

Option A all the way! Anything else is just guesswork. Data and collaboration are the keys to a successful plan.

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Angelo

21 days ago

Option C is not bad, but it's missing the crucial step of involving the Product Owner(s). Can't build a plan without their input.

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Ciara

26 days ago

Option B? Really? That's just asking for trouble. Unilaterally creating the plan and then negotiating it? No, thank you.

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Tammi

1 month ago

I agree, Option A is the way to go. Involving the Product Owner(s) and using data-driven forecasting is crucial for an accurate plan.

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Martha

1 month ago

Option A seems like the most logical approach. Collaborating with the Product Owner(s) to analyze delivery capabilities and demand is key to building a realistic forecast.

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Edna

1 month ago

I feel like option B is too focused on my own knowledge. It might overlook team input, which is crucial in Agile.

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Veda

2 months ago

I think option D could work, but normalizing story points sounds tricky. I wonder if it would lead to inconsistencies across teams.

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Kent

2 months ago

I'm not sure about the Gantt chart in option C. It feels a bit rigid for Agile practices. I think we might have practiced something similar in class.

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Colby

2 months ago

I'm leaning towards option A. It seems like the most collaborative and data-driven approach. Working with the Product Owner(s) to analyze the current delivery capabilities and then using that to build a forecast sounds like the best way to create a realistic and achievable plan.

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Alberto

2 months ago

I prefer D. Normalizing story points seems fair.

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Kasandra

2 months ago

Okay, let's think this through. I like the idea of option D - getting estimates from each Scrum Team and then normalizing the story points. That way, we can get a more accurate picture of what can be delivered. The key will be making sure the teams are all on the same page with their estimating approach.

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Francesco

2 months ago

I think A is the best choice. Data-driven decisions are key.

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Mee

3 months ago

Option D sounds like a recipe for disaster. Normalizing story points across teams? Good luck with that!

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Julieta

3 months ago

I remember we discussed the importance of collaborating with the Product Owner to understand delivery capabilities. Option A seems like a solid approach.

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Hoa

3 months ago

I'm a bit confused by this question. Option B seems like it might be the easiest, but I'm not sure if that's the "best" way to approach it. I think I'd want to get input from the Scrum Teams to make sure the plan is feasible and aligns with their capacity.

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Thora

3 months ago

Hmm, this is a tricky one. I think option A sounds like the best approach - working with the Product Owner(s) to analyze the current delivery capabilities and then using that data to build a realistic forecast. That way, we can set expectations appropriately and have a plan that's grounded in the actual capacity of the teams.

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