Scrum PSPO-I Exam - Topic 1 Question 18 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scrum's PSPO-I exam

Question #: 18
Topic #: 1

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Which answer best describes the topics covered in Sprint Planning?

(choose the best answer)

AWho is on the team and what team member roles will be.

BHow conditions have changed and how the Product Backlog should evolve.

CWhat to do and who will do it.

DWhat can be done, how to do it, and why to do it.

EWhat went wrong in the last Sprint and what to do differently this Sprint.

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Suggested Answer: D

Sprint Planning is an event where the Scrum Team collaborates on the work to be performed during the Sprint1. The topics covered in Sprint Planning are:

What can be done. The Product Owner proposes how the product could increase its value and utility in the current Sprint, based on the Product Goal, the Product Backlog, and the latest market and stakeholder feedback. The Developers assess the capacity and the technical feasibility of the work, and select the Product Backlog items that they can commit to for the Sprint.The Scrum Team crafts the Sprint Goal, which is a concise statement of the purpose and focus of the Sprint2.

How to do it. The Developers plan how they will deliver a ''Done'' product Increment that meets the Sprint Goal. They create a plan for the first days of the Sprint, and decompose the selected Product Backlog items into smaller work items. The Developers also identify any dependencies, risks, or impediments that may affect their work. The resulting plan is captured in the Sprint Backlog, which is owned and managed by the Developers[3][3].

Why to do it. The Product Owner explains the value and the outcome of the work to be done in the Sprint, and how it aligns with the Product Goal and the stakeholder needs. The Product Owner also clarifies the acceptance criteria and the Definition of Done for the Product Backlog items, and answers any questions from the Developers.The Scrum Team ensures that they have a common understanding of the Sprint Goal and the expected product Increment4.

1:The Scrum Guide, November 2020, p. 9

2:The Scrum Guide, November 2020, p. 10

[3][3]:The Scrum Guide, November 2020, p. 10

4:Understanding and Applying the Scrum Framework, Scrum.org, accessed on December 16, 2023

by Xochitl at May 29, 2024, 04:57 PM

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Altha

3 months ago

D covers the "how" and "why" which is super important too!

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Shawn

3 months ago

Wait, is it really just about roles and tasks? Seems too simple.

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Kasandra

3 months ago

I thought it was more about evolving the backlog, like B.

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Veronica

4 months ago

Totally agree, C is the best choice!

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Angelica

4 months ago

Sprint Planning is all about what to do and who will do it.

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Ahmad

4 months ago

I keep getting mixed up between the options, but I feel like A is more about team roles rather than the planning itself.

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Jenelle

4 months ago

I practiced a question similar to this, and I feel like D covers a lot of ground about what and how, but I'm not confident.

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Lilli

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about how the Product Backlog evolves. That makes me think B could be relevant too.

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Tammi

5 months ago

I think Sprint Planning is mostly about deciding what to do and who will do it, so maybe C is the right choice?

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Haydee

5 months ago

I'm a little unsure on this one. I know Sprint Planning is important, but I'm not totally clear on all the specific topics covered. I'll have to make an educated guess.

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Cherry

5 months ago

Okay, let me see. Sprint Planning is where the team plans out the work for the upcoming Sprint, so I think the answer has to be something about what the team will do and who will do it.

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Walker

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. Sprint Planning covers a lot of ground, so I'll need to think carefully about which option best captures the key topics.

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Santos

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question about Scrum events. I'm pretty confident I can narrow it down to the right answer.

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Iraida

5 months ago

Ah, I remember learning about this in class. Sprint Planning is where the team decides the Sprint Goal, selects the Product Backlog items, and figures out how to deliver the work. I'll go with option C.

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Moira

5 months ago

I'm a little confused on this one. I know conditioned punishment involves an unpleasant stimulus, but I'm not sure I fully understand how it's different from other types of conditioning. I'll have to review my notes to make sure I'm clear on the definition before selecting an answer.

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Brock

5 months ago

This question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the key drivers of service satisfaction before selecting an answer.

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Lauran

5 months ago

Yeah, I agree with Belen. The details about the hardware and software updates make me think this is a skimming pricing model, where they charge a premium for the latest version and then discount the older one.

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Annalee

5 months ago

I feel like this question could be trying to throw us off. I thought the version required was different, but it's been a while since we covered that.

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Aide

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question about safety requirements for specialized operators. I'm pretty confident I know the answer, but I'll double-check the details just to be sure.

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Precious

2 years ago

Hmm, I'd have to go with D. Covers all the bases - the what, how, and why. Can't go wrong with that!

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Josphine

2 years ago

Agreed, D is definitely the most comprehensive choice. It's important to understand what can be done, how to do it, and why to do it.

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Billye

2 years ago

I think D is the best answer too. It covers everything we need to know for Sprint Planning.

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Yuonne

2 years ago

E is a bit of a wild card. Focusing on past mistakes might not be the best use of Sprint Planning time.

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Sharee

2 years ago

D) What can be done, how to do it, and why to do it.

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Sharee

2 years ago

A) Who is on the team and what team member roles will be.

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Kristine

2 years ago

I'm torn between B and D. Evolving the Backlog and understanding the 'why' are both critical for Sprint Planning.

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Josephine

2 years ago

C) What to do and who will do it.

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Audria

2 years ago

B) How conditions have changed and how the Product Backlog should evolve.

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Lucy

2 years ago

A) Who is on the team and what team member roles will be.

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Annelle

2 years ago

D looks good to me. Covers the 'what, how, and why' which is essential for planning the Sprint effectively.

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Dominga

2 years ago

Definitely, D seems to be the most comprehensive option for Sprint Planning.

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Whitney

2 years ago

I agree, knowing what can be done, how to do it, and why to do it is crucial for successful planning.

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Cristen

2 years ago

I think D is the best answer, it covers all the important aspects of Sprint Planning.

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Buddy

2 years ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is D) What can be done, how to do it, and why to do it. That's the essence of Sprint Planning.

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Mitsue

2 years ago

Option C seems to cover the key aspects of Sprint Planning - what needs to be done and who will do it. Seems straightforward.

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Chantay

2 years ago

C) What to do and who will do it.

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Noel

2 years ago

C) What to do and who will do it.

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Carmela

2 years ago

B) How conditions have changed and how the Product Backlog should evolve.

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Sena

2 years ago

A) Who is on the team and what team member roles will be.

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Jacquline

2 years ago

A) Who is on the team and what team member roles will be.

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James

2 years ago

I think the answer is A) Who is on the team and what team member roles will be.

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