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Scrum PSM-II Exam - Topic 3 Question 73 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scrum's PSM-II exam
Question #: 73
Topic #: 3
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You are the Scrum Master for four teams working from the same Product Backlog. Several of the Developers come to you complaining that work identified for the upcoming two Sprints will require full time commitment from Phil, an external specialist. As the Scrum Master what should you do to solve this upcoming problem?

(choose the best answer)

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Suggested Answer: D

The best way to determine if the Product Owner is interacting with the Developers enough throughout a Sprint is to observe whether both parties are satisfied with the Increment.The Increment is a concrete stepping stone toward the Product Goal1.It must be usable and meet the Definition of Done1.The Product Owner is accountable for maximizing the value of the product resulting from the work of the Developers1.The Developers are accountable for creating a valuable, useful, and potentially releasable Increment every Sprint1. Therefore, if both the Product Owner and the Developers are happy with the quality and value of the Increment, it means that they have communicated and collaborated effectively throughout the Sprint.

Some reasons why the other options are not correct are:

A: The Developers should determine the percentage of time the Product Owner is required to be present and monitor whether the Product Owner's average presence is around this figure. This option is not correct because it implies that there is a fixed or optimal amount of time that the Product Owner should spend with the Developers, which may not be true. The Product Owner's interaction with the Developers may vary depending on the context, complexity, and uncertainty of the product and the Sprint.The Scrum Guide does not prescribe any specific time or frequency for the Product Owner's involvement with the Developers1.The Product Owner should be available to provide guidance and feedback to the Developers as needed, but not interfere with their self-organization and autonomy1.

B: Check the Daily Scrum reports to see whether the Product Owner was present at the majority of the Daily Scrum meetings. This option is not correct because it assumes that the Daily Scrum is a meeting where the Product Owner should be present, which is not true.The Daily Scrum is an event for and by the Developers12, not for reporting or accountability to anyone else.The Product Owner may attend as an observer or a collaborator, but only if invited by the Developers12. The presence or absence of the Product Owner at the Daily Scrum does not indicate how much they interact with the Developers throughout the Sprint.

C: Observe whether the Developers need to ask the Product Owner questions at times other than during the Daily Scrum. This option is not correct because it implies that asking questions is a sign of insufficient interaction, which may not be true. Asking questions is a natural and healthy part of communication and collaboration between the Product Owner and the Developers. It shows that they are engaged, curious, and willing to learn from each other. It also helps them to clarify requirements, expectations, and feedback, and to resolve any ambiguities or conflicts. Asking questions does not necessarily mean that there is a lack of interaction, but rather that there is a need for more information or clarification.


What is an Increment? | Scrum.org

What Is a Daily Standup? | A Guide to Running Effective Standup Meetings | Atlassian

by Gaynell at Aug 03, 2024, 02:19 PM

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Alyce
3 months ago
Not sure about D, seems like a lot of extra work for a short-term issue.
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Lino
3 months ago
Surprised no one mentioned D! Hiring more people could be a game changer.
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Aliza
3 months ago
C could work too, but it might take longer to sort out.
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Diane
4 months ago
Totally agree with B! Spreading Phil too thin won't help.
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Tijuana
4 months ago
I think option B makes the most sense. Focused support for each team!
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Willis
4 months ago
I'm a bit torn between options C and D. Consulting with the Developers sounds good, but should we really be focusing on hiring more people right now?
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Mari
4 months ago
I practiced a similar question where prioritizing tasks was key, so option D seems like it could help manage the workload effectively.
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Tamera
4 months ago
I think allocating Phil to one team per Sprint sounds reasonable, but what if that team ends up needing him more than the others?
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Lauran
5 months ago
I remember discussing how important it is for the Scrum Master to facilitate communication, but I'm not sure if consulting with the Developers is the best approach here.
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Junita
5 months ago
I'm a bit confused by this question. There are a lot of moving parts to consider. I think I'd lean towards option C and work closely with the Developers to understand their preferred solution. That seems like the most collaborative approach.
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Marjory
5 months ago
Option D sounds like the best approach to me. Getting Phil to plan for additional resources and re-prioritizing the work seems like the most pragmatic solution. I'd feel confident going with that option.
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Eric
5 months ago
Hmm, this is a tough one. I like the idea of consulting the Developers in option C, but I'm also intrigued by the re-prioritization approach in option D. I'll need to think this through carefully.
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Daron
5 months ago
This seems like a tricky situation. I'm not sure if I would go with option A or B - both have their pros and cons. I think I'll need to carefully consider the team dynamics and workload before deciding.
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Yuriko
5 months ago
I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question mentions three event types, but I'm not sure if Exception is one of them or not. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Janessa
5 months ago
This one looks straightforward. I think the answer is Concurrency control.
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Lauran
9 months ago
Whoa, Phil must be one busy guy! I'd go with D - hiring more help and re-prioritizing sounds like the best way to keep the Sprints on track.
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Brett
9 months ago
B seems like a nice idea, but what if one team needs Phil more than the others? I think C is the way to go, let the Developers decide how to handle this.
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Ryan
10 months ago
Haha, option A is like trying to juggle Phil between the teams - good luck with that! I'll go with D, the most practical solution.
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Nida
8 months ago
Let's go with D and work on re-prioritizing the tasks not dependent on Phil.
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Pok
8 months ago
I agree, option D seems like the most practical solution in this situation.
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Genevieve
9 months ago
Option A is definitely not practical, juggling Phil between teams sounds chaotic.
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Flo
10 months ago
D is the best option. Hiring and training additional specialists is a long-term solution, and in the meantime, we can re-prioritize the work to reduce Phil's workload.
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Muriel
8 months ago
Let's discuss this with the Product Owner and Developers to come up with a solid plan moving forward.
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Noemi
8 months ago
Let's discuss this with the Product Owner and come up with a plan to re-prioritize the work. We need to make sure that all teams have the support they need.
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Meghan
9 months ago
I agree. It's important to prioritize the work and make sure that Phil's workload is manageable until we can hire and train more specialists.
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Joana
9 months ago
I agree. It's important to prioritize the work and make sure we can still move forward without depending too much on Phil.
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Carli
9 months ago
D is definitely the best option. We need to think long-term and find a solution that will benefit all the teams.
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Zona
10 months ago
D is definitely the best option. We need to think long-term and make sure we have a plan in place.
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Louis
10 months ago
C sounds like the most reasonable approach. As the Scrum Master, I should work with the Developers to understand their preferred solution and help them implement it.
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Willetta
10 months ago
I agree, let's consult with the Developers and help them implement their preferred solution.
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Blair
10 months ago
C sounds like the most reasonable approach. We should work together to find a solution.
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Truman
11 months ago
I'm not sure, maybe we should also consider option C and get input from the Developers.
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Lindsey
11 months ago
I agree with Leota, option D seems like the best solution.
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Leota
11 months ago
I think we should go with option D.
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