Discuss Scrum PSPO-II Exam Topic 1 Question 1

The smallest product Increment that is valuable enough to release is one that:

(choose the best answer)

ADelivers a single new or improved outcome.

BAdds a new feature.

CFixes at least one defect.

DDelivers all 'must do' Product Backlog items.

Suggested Answer: A

The smallest product Increment that is valuable enough to release is one that delivers a single new or improved outcome for the customers or users of the product.This is because the outcome is the ultimate measure of value, not the output or the features1.An outcome is a change in behavior, attitude, or situation that results from using the product2.An outcome can be achieved by delivering a single feature, fixing a defect, or improving an existing functionality, as long as it meets the Definition of Done and the Sprint Goal3. Therefore, the best answer is A.

The other options are not correct because:

B) Adds a new feature.This is not a sufficient condition, as a new feature may not deliver a valuable outcome if it is not aligned with the product vision, the customer needs, or the market conditions4.

C) Fixes at least one defect.This is not a necessary condition, as a defect may not affect the value of the product if it is minor, rare, or irrelevant to the customer5.

D) Delivers all ''must do'' Product Backlog items. This is not a realistic condition, as the Product Backlog is a dynamic and emergent artifact that changes based on feedback, learning, and discovery.There is no fixed set of ''must do'' items that can guarantee the delivery of value.References:1: Outcome vs.Output,2: What is an Outcome?,3: The Definition of Done,4: Feature vs.Outcome,5: Defect vs. Value, : The Product Backlog

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17 comments · newest first

Stefania 11 months ago

New features (B) are what users want most!

Van 11 months ago

Wait, can a single outcome really be enough?

Dominque 11 months ago

I think fixing defects (C) is just as valuable.

Yvonne 11 months ago

Totally agree, option A makes the most sense.

Trina 11 months ago

A single new or improved outcome is key!

Ivette 12 months ago

I definitely remember something about 'must do' items being crucial, but D seems like it would take too long to deliver. I’m leaning towards A or B.

Isadora 12 months ago

I feel like fixing a defect is important, but I'm not convinced it’s enough on its own. C might be too narrow for the smallest product increment.

Lewis 12 months ago

I'm not so sure about that. I remember a practice question where adding a new feature was considered valuable too, so maybe B could be right?

Anna 1 year ago

I think the answer might be A, since delivering a new or improved outcome seems to align with the idea of value in increments.

Ciara 1 year ago

I'm leaning towards C - fixing at least one defect. That seems like the smallest valuable increment to me, even though it's not a new feature or outcome.

Emily 1 year ago

Okay, let me think this through. The key is that it's asking for the "smallest" valuable increment, so I'm thinking A is the best answer since it's just a single new or improved outcome.

Timmy 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. I'm debating between A and B, but I'm a bit confused on the difference between a new outcome and a new feature.

Portia 1 year ago

This question seems straightforward, I think the answer is A - delivering a single new or improved outcome.

Kris 1 year ago

This one seems pretty straightforward. The issue is that the newly active LTM device is not receiving any traffic, so I'll need to look at the configuration to see what's missing.

Rosina 1 year ago

I think the Web Client Session performance counter would be the best option to view the number of users currently using the application.

Socorro 1 year ago

I'm pretty sure the gauge command creates a single-value visualization, so I'll go with option A.

Melynda 1 year ago

It could also be an ultimate receiver? But it seems more like it's just passing the request along.

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