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Scrum PSPO-II Exam - Topic 3 Question 32 Discussion

Posted by Ivette on Jul 09, 2025 at 08:20 AM

As a Product Owner you become aware that the quality assurance criteria, defined in the

Definition of Done, were not met for the latest Increment. Which of the following statements are

true?

(choose the best four answers)

Suggested Answer: A, C, D, E

According to the Professional Scrum Product Owner II certification guide1, the Definition of Done is a formal description of the state of the Increment when it meets the quality measures required for the product. The Definition of Done creates transparency by providing everyone a shared understanding of what work was completed and what standards were met as part of the Increment. If the Definition of Done is not met, the Increment is not Done and cannot be released. Therefore, the following statements are true:

A . The next Sprint may be interrupted when quality issues are encountered. This is true because the Scrum Team may have to spend time fixing the quality issues in the previous Increment before working on the new Sprint Backlog items. This may affect the Sprint Goal and the delivery of value.

C . The indication of progress on the Product Backlog is not transparent. This is true because the Product Backlog items that were supposedly Done in the previous Sprint are actually not Done according to the Definition of Done. This means that the Product Owner cannot accurately forecast the release plan and the stakeholders cannot trust the progress reports.

D . The Scrum Team should not release the Increment. This is true because releasing an Increment that does not meet the Definition of Done may compromise the quality, usability, and value of the product. It may also damage the reputation and trust of the Scrum Team and the organization.

E . The incomplete Sprint Backlog items should be returned to the Product Backlog. This is true because the Sprint Backlog items that were not Done according to the Definition of Done are still part of the Product Backlog. The Product Owner should re-order them based on their value and priority and decide when to include them in the next Sprint.

The following statement is false:

B . The project manager cannot effectively update the plan. This is false because there is no project manager role in Scrum. The Product Owner is responsible for managing the Product Backlog and the value delivery, while the Scrum Master is responsible for facilitating the Scrum process and removing impediments. The Developers are responsible for managing the Sprint Backlog and the quality of the Increment.


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30 comments · newest first
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Colette 10 months ago
Surprised that quality issues can interrupt the next Sprint!
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Jarod 10 months ago
I think the project manager can still update the plan, just not as effectively.
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Sheridan 10 months ago
Progress on the Product Backlog being non-transparent is a big deal.
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Kaycee 10 months ago
Returning incomplete items to the Product Backlog is a must!
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Margurite 11 months ago
Definitely agree, the Scrum Team should not release the Increment.
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Shawn 11 months ago
I practiced a similar question where incomplete items went back to the Product Backlog, so I think option E is definitely one of the correct answers.
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Rolland 11 months ago
I feel like the transparency of the Product Backlog is affected when quality issues arise, but I can't recall if that's one of the main points we covered.
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Earleen 11 months ago
I think if quality criteria aren't met, the Scrum Team shouldn't release the Increment. That seems like a clear choice.
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Dorathy 12 months ago
I remember discussing how the Definition of Done impacts the Increment, but I'm not sure if that means we can interrupt the next Sprint.
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Yoko 12 months ago
No problem, I've got this. The Definition of Done is a critical part of Scrum, so if it's not met, that's going to cause some issues. I'm confident I can identify the best four statements that describe the situation accurately.
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Paris 12 months ago
Hmm, this is a tricky one. I know the Definition of Done is important, but I'm a little unsure about how that connects to things like the Sprint, the Product Backlog, and releasing the Increment. I'll need to think it through step-by-step.
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Pura 1 year ago
Okay, let's see here. The key is understanding how quality issues can impact the Scrum process. I think I've got a good handle on this, so I'll try to work through the options methodically.
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Genevive 1 year ago
This question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the implications of the Definition of Done not being met. I'll need to carefully consider each statement.
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Deangelo 1 year ago
Yes, I agree with D as well. It's crucial to maintain quality standards.
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Jaime 1 year ago
I believe D is also true. The Scrum Team should not release the Increment if quality criteria are not met.
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Myra 1 year ago
I agree with A. It's important to address quality issues as soon as possible.
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Raylene 1 year ago
I'm going with A, C, D, and E. Gotta keep that quality high, even if it means a few hiccups along the way. Scrum is all about adapting, right?
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Dottie 1 year ago
↳ replying to Raylene
Absolutely, adapting and improving is key in Scrum. It's all about continuous improvement.
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Pansy 1 year ago
↳ replying to Raylene
I agree, quality should always be a top priority. It's better to address issues early on.
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Deangelo 1 year ago
I think A is true because quality issues can impact the next Sprint.
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Mireya 1 year ago
C is true. If the quality isn't there, the progress on the backlog won't be transparent. Kinda like trying to build a house with shoddy materials, you know?
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Mirta 1 year ago
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E) The incomplete Sprint Backlog items should be returned to the Product Backlog.
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Eladia 1 year ago
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D) The Scrum Team should not release the Increment.
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Fidelia 1 year ago
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C) The indication of progress on the Product Backlog is not transparent.
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Cordelia 1 year ago
↳ replying to Mireya
A) The next Sprint may be interrupted when quality issues are encountered.
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Kristin 1 year ago
B is false. The project manager can still update the plan, they just might need to adjust it more often to account for the quality issues.
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Izetta 1 year ago
A, D, and E are definitely true. Quality issues can really disrupt the sprint and the team shouldn't release an increment that doesn't meet the definition of done.
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Tamar 1 year ago
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Annamaria 1 year ago
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Shawn 1 year ago
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