Scrum PSM-I Exam - Topic 4 Question 35 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scrum's PSM-I exam

Question #: 35
Topic #: 4

Which two things are appropriate for a Scrum Master to do, if the Scrum Team does not have the tools and environment to completely finish each selected Product Backlog item? (choose the best two answers)

ADeclare the Scrum Team not ready for Scrum.

BCoach the Scrum Team to improve its skills, tools and environment over time and adjust the Definition of Done accordingly.

CEncourage the Product Owner to accept partially done Increments until the
situation improves.

DRefocus the current Sprint on establishing the Scrum Team's environment instead of delivering an Increment.

EHave the Scrum Team establish a Definition of Done that is actually possible to achieve given current circumstances.

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Suggested Answer: D

by Joseph at May 08, 2022, 06:00 AM

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Martina

4 months ago

D sounds like a waste of a Sprint, we need to deliver!

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Graciela

4 months ago

Wait, can you really change the Definition of Done like that?

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Solange

4 months ago

A seems extreme, they should adapt instead.

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Carin

4 months ago

I disagree, C just lowers the standards.

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Corazon

4 months ago

B and E are definitely the way to go!

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Ricki

5 months ago

I recall that focusing a Sprint solely on the environment might not align with Scrum principles. I’m leaning towards B and E, but I’m not entirely confident.

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Annamaria

5 months ago

I’m a bit confused about the Definition of Done. I think E could be valid, but I also see the importance of improving skills and tools over time, which makes B appealing too.

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Isaac

5 months ago

I think we practiced a question similar to this, and I feel like encouraging the Product Owner to accept partially done work is a slippery slope. C might not be the best choice.

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Jeffrey

5 months ago

I remember discussing how a Scrum Master should support the team rather than just declare them unready. So, B seems right, but I'm not sure about E.

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Zana

5 months ago

Wait, I'm a bit confused. Shouldn't we be looking for both incriminating and exculpatory evidence during the analysis phase? I'm not sure about that third option.

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Margurite

5 months ago

This is a great opportunity to showcase my knowledge of Oracle's high availability and disaster recovery features. I feel confident I can provide a solid recommendation that addresses all the customer's requirements.

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Eura

10 months ago

If the Scrum Team can't even finish a Product Backlog item, they're basically just playing at Scrum. Time to bring in the Scrum Overlord to whip them into shape!

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Staci

10 months ago

Ah, the eternal struggle of the Scrum Master - trying to get the team to actually do Scrum properly! *sighs* At least the correct answers don't involve setting the office on fire. Baby steps, I suppose.

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Corinne

8 months ago

C) Encourage the Product Owner to accept partially done Increments until the situation improves.

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Belen

9 months ago

B) Coach the Scrum Team to improve its skills, tools and environment over time and adjust the Definition of Done accordingly.

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Karl

9 months ago

A) Declare the Scrum Team not ready for Scrum.

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Judy

10 months ago

D is an interesting option, but I worry it would just delay the actual work the team needs to do. Better to keep the focus on delivery while also improving the environment.

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Sylvie

8 months ago

C) Encourage the Product Owner to accept partially done Increments until the situation improves.

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Cyndy

8 months ago

E) Have the Scrum Team establish a Definition of Done that is actually possible to achieve given current circumstances.

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Trina

9 months ago

B) Coach the Scrum Team to improve its skills, tools and environment over time and adjust the Definition of Done accordingly.

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Vivan

10 months ago

I'm not a fan of C - accepting partially done work just seems like a recipe for a dysfunctional Scrum process. Better to focus on building up the team's skills and tools.

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Odette

10 months ago

E) Have the Scrum Team establish a Definition of Done that is actually possible to achieve given current circumstances.

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Jacklyn

10 months ago

B) Coach the Scrum Team to improve its skills, tools and environment over time and adjust the Definition of Done accordingly.

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Renea

10 months ago

B and E seem like the most reasonable options here. The Scrum Master should work to improve the team's capabilities over time, while also setting a realistic Definition of Done given the current constraints.

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