Scrum PSM-II Exam - Topic 5 Question 50 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scrum's PSM-II exam

Question #: 50
Topic #: 5

In the Sprint Review; one of the stakeholders highlights the money spent this year; and that due to market changes, the funding may run out An argument follows this statement, with raised voices and strong emotional statements. As a Scrum Master, what are your two best options?

(choose the best two answers)

AEncourage the stakeholders to focus on delivering the highest value items for
the next Sprint.

BIt is the Product Owner's meeting, so do nothing.

CDefend the budget, asking the stakeholders to support the funding of the work.

DArgue that the Scrum Team needs to be kept busy while the funding is
confirmed

EAsk for a short break for people to calm down and be objective

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Suggested Answer: B

by Sheridan at Jul 04, 2023, 01:12 PM

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Cordell

6 months ago

Option B is a no-go, the Scrum Master should step in!

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Herman

6 months ago

A break? Really? Is that the best we can do?

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Billi

7 months ago

But what about defending the budget? Seems important too.

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Van

7 months ago

Totally agree, we need to focus on value!

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Vanesa

7 months ago

I think option A is definitely the way to go!

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Carma

7 months ago

Asking for a break sounds like a good way to de-escalate things. I’d lean towards option E to help everyone calm down.

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Marguerita

7 months ago

I feel like defending the budget might escalate the situation. I think option C could lead to more conflict.

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Desmond

8 months ago

I'm not sure if doing nothing is the right approach, but option B seems risky. The Scrum Master should still intervene, right?

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Donette

8 months ago

I remember we discussed the importance of keeping the focus on value delivery during our training. So, I think option A could be a good choice.

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Jin

8 months ago

I'm a bit confused by the wording of the question. Does "in place" mean the emails need to stay on the server, or can they be backed up elsewhere? I'll need to re-read the question closely.

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Alyce

8 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit confused by all the different options. I'll need to really read through each one closely and think about how well they meet the stated requirements.

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Rikki

8 months ago

I'm pretty sure the -p3 option strips off the path information up to the third slash in the file names. That seems like the most logical answer here.

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Phillip

8 months ago

Okay, I've got this. The BCMS should be a part of the organization's overall management system, not just the IT system. That makes sense - business continuity affects the whole organization, not just the technology. I'm feeling confident about this one.

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Nobuko

1 year ago

Geez, this sounds like a real dumpster fire. As the Scrum Master, I'd be like, 'Alright, everyone, time for a mandatory group hug and trust fall session!'

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Staci

11 months ago

C) Defend the budget, asking the stakeholders to support the funding of the work.

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Cassandra

11 months ago

E) Ask for a short break for people to calm down and be objective

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Dominga

12 months ago

A) Encourage the stakeholders to focus on delivering the highest value items for the next Sprint.

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Carlee

1 year ago

Defend the budget? Nah, that's the PO's job. I'd go for A and E - keep it professional and give everyone a chance to step back and breathe.

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Glory

12 months ago

E) Ask for a short break for people to calm down and be objective

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Dortha

1 year ago

A) Encourage the stakeholders to focus on delivering the highest value items for the next Sprint.

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Dominic

1 year ago

Option B? Really? As if the Product Owner can just ignore this whole drama. Nah, man, gotta step in and facilitate this one.

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Janella

1 year ago

Whoa, this is a tense situation! As a Scrum Master, I'd go for options A and E - keep the focus on value delivery, and give everyone a chance to cool off and think rationally.

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