When should a Sprint Goal be created?
(choose the best answer)
Suggested Answer: D
Get Premium PSPO-I Questions
as Interactive Web-Based Practice Test or PDF
Real Exam Format
Detailed Explanations
Instant Access
Get Your Practice Test
The Sprint Goal is a short statement that gives the Sprint a purpose, direction, and focus. It is created by the entire Scrum Team during Sprint Planning, based on the Product Owner's draft and the Developers' input. The Sprint Goal is then added to the Sprint Backlog and guides the Developers' work during the Sprint.
34 comments · newest first
DE
Delisa
10 months ago
Yeah, I always thought it was part of the planning process!
GO
Golda
11 months ago
Wait, can it really be made at any time during the Sprint? That seems odd.
LE
Lemuel
11 months ago
I disagree, it can be created during Sprint Planning too!
BE
Benedict
11 months ago
I think it should definitely be established before Sprint Planning.
DE
Deonna
11 months ago
A Sprint Goal isn't mandatory, but it's super helpful!
TA
Tammara
12 months ago
I’m leaning towards the idea that it should be established during Sprint Planning, but I’m not completely confident about that.
TO
Tonette
12 months ago
I feel like I read somewhere that the Sprint Goal can be created at any time, but that seems a bit off for me.
PA
Patria
12 months ago
I think I saw a practice question that mentioned the importance of having a Sprint Goal before planning, but I can't recall the exact timing.
MI
Miesha
1 year ago
I remember discussing that the Sprint Goal should ideally be set during Sprint Planning, but I'm not entirely sure if it can be done earlier.
CI
Ciara
1 year ago
I remember learning that the Sprint Goal is established before Sprint Planning, during the Product Backlog refinement process. So I think option B is the correct answer here.
AL
Alberta
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused on this one. I thought the Sprint Goal was optional, not mandatory. But I could be wrong. I'll have to review the Scrum Guide to be sure.
JO
Johnson
1 year ago
I'm pretty confident the Sprint Goal is created during Sprint Planning. That's when the team plans out the work for the upcoming Sprint, so it makes sense to define the goal at that time.
OC
Ocie
1 year ago
Okay, let me think this through. I know the Sprint Goal is an important part of Scrum, so it has to be created at a specific time. I'm leaning towards option D, "During Sprint Planning."
BE
Bernardine
1 year ago
This is a tricky one. I'm not entirely sure when the Sprint Goal is supposed to be created, but I think it has to do with the Sprint Planning event.
AL
Alica
2 years ago
I hope the exam doesn't have too many questions like this. Feels like a no-brainer to me - the Sprint Goal is set during Sprint Planning. Duh!
LY
Lynelle
2 years ago
Option E seems a bit too easy. If we could create the Sprint Goal at any time, why bother with the Sprint Planning process at all?
WI
Wilson
2 years ago
User 2: But it must be established before Sprint Planning in order to begin planning.
PA
Pamella
2 years ago
User 1: A Sprint Goal is not mandatory in Scrum.
KE
Keneth
2 years ago
This is a trick question! The Sprint Goal is created by the Scrum Team during the Sprint Planning meeting. No ifs, ands, or buts about it.
WH
Whitney
2 years ago
I disagree with option A. A Sprint Goal is definitely mandatory in Scrum. How else would we know what we're trying to achieve in the Sprint?
MA
Margart
2 years ago
I disagree with option A. A Sprint Goal is definitely mandatory in Scrum. How else would we know what we're trying to achieve in the Sprint?
GI
Gilbert
2 years ago
C) It must be established before Sprint Planning in order to begin planning.
ER
Erinn
2 years ago
A) A Sprint Goal is not mandatory in Scrum.
CO
Corrina
2 years ago
I agree with Joanna, having a Sprint Goal before Sprint Planning helps in setting the direction for the team.
LA
Launa
2 years ago
Hmm, I think option C is the correct answer. The Sprint Goal needs to be established before Sprint Planning so we can plan the work accordingly.
CA
Carla
2 years ago
I always make sure to have a clear Sprint Goal before starting any Sprint.
CA
Carry
2 years ago
Yes, it helps to provide direction and focus for the team during the Sprint.
PA
Paulina
2 years ago
I agree, the Sprint Goal should be set before Sprint Planning.
JO
Joanna
2 years ago
I think it must be established before Sprint Planning in order to begin planning.
TA
Tamra
2 years ago
When should a Sprint Goal be created?
LA
Laquita
2 years ago
I'm pretty sure the Sprint Goal is created during Sprint Planning. It's essential for aligning the team and ensuring we're all working towards the same objective.
RI
Rikki
2 years ago
Absolutely, it helps to keep everyone aligned and working towards a common goal.
CI
Ciara
2 years ago
Yes, it's important for the team to have a clear focus and direction for the Sprint.
NA
Nathalie
2 years ago
I think you're right, the Sprint Goal is indeed created during Sprint Planning.