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Scrum SPS Exam - Topic 2 Question 11 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scrum's SPS exam
Question #: 11
Topic #: 2
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How might the Nexus evolve its Definition of Done over time?

(choose the best answer)

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Suggested Answer: C

The Definition of Done is a set of quality standards that apply to the Integrated Increment, which is the combined work of all the Scrum Teams in the Nexus that meets the Nexus Sprint Goal 11. The Definition of Done creates transparency and alignment among the Scrum Teams and the stakeholders, and ensures that the Integrated Increment is potentially releasable 22. The Definition of Done can evolve over time as the Nexus learns from its experience and feedback, and as the product complexity and quality expectations change 33. The best place to discuss and update the Definition of Done is at the Nexus Sprint Retrospective, which is an event that occurs at the end of the Sprint where the Nexus inspects and adapts its processes, tools, and interactions 11. The Nexus Integration Team, which is a group of people who are accountable for ensuring the integration and delivery of the Integrated Increment, is responsible for the Definition of Done, but they can involve the other Scrum Team members and stakeholders in the discussion and decision 1144. Therefore, statement C is the correct answer.

Statement A is incorrect because it implies that the Nexus Integration Team can unilaterally change the Definition of Done without consulting the other Scrum Teams or stakeholders, which would undermine the transparency and collaboration that are essential for scaling Scrum 1144. Statement B is incorrect because it suggests that the Definition of Done is owned by the larger development organization, which may not be familiar with the specific needs and challenges of the Nexus, and that the changes are communicated by stakeholders, who may not have the technical expertise or authority to do so 1144. Statement D is incorrect because it assumes that the Scrum Masters have the sole power to decide on changes to the Definition of Done, which would exclude the input and agreement of the Nexus Integration Team, the other Scrum Team members, and the stakeholders 1144.


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Lezlie
3 months ago
Wait, can Scrum Masters really decide that? Seems off.
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Michal
3 months ago
A sounds too top-down. Teams should have a say!
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Camellia
3 months ago
Not sure about B. Stakeholders might not know the details.
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Vince
4 months ago
Totally agree with C! It involves everyone.
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Chana
4 months ago
I think option C makes the most sense. Retrospectives are key!
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Mozelle
4 months ago
I’m a bit confused about whether the Scrum Masters should have that authority, like in option D. It seems too centralized to me.
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Lenna
4 months ago
I think we practiced a question similar to this, and it emphasized the importance of team discussions, which makes me lean towards option C again.
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Bulah
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like the Nexus Integration Team should have a say in it, like option A suggests.
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Ronny
5 months ago
I remember we talked about how the Definition of Done should be a collaborative effort, so I think option C makes sense.
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Gladys
5 months ago
This is an interesting question. I'm leaning towards discussing the Definition of Done at the Nexus Sprint Retrospectives, as that seems like the most collaborative and transparent approach. But I'll need to weigh the other options as well.
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Deeanna
5 months ago
In my experience, at scale, the Definition of Done is usually owned by the larger development organization, so I'd go with option B. Changes would be communicated by the stakeholders.
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Rodrigo
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm not entirely sure about this one. I'm trying to decide between the Nexus Integration Team making the changes or the Scrum Masters. I'll need to think this through a bit more.
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Chana
5 months ago
This seems like a straightforward question about how the Nexus can evolve its Definition of Done over time. I think the best approach is to discuss it at the Nexus Sprint Retrospectives and include any changes for the next Sprint.
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Lili
5 months ago
Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'm not entirely sure about the behavior of a LAN switch with multicast frames and no IGMP snooping. I'll need to think this through carefully and review my notes before answering.
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Marica
5 months ago
I've got a good feeling about this one. Restarting the system is probably the safest way to ensure the new policy is properly applied.
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Demetra
5 months ago
Option D looks good to me. Testing the web app protections with a group of trusted users is a smart way to make sure everything is working as expected before rolling it out to the full production environment.
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Patrick
2 years ago
I'm going with C as well. It just makes the most sense to discuss and agree on Definition of Done changes as a team during the Nexus Retrospective. Keeps things transparent and collaborative.
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Dean
2 years ago
Haha, option D is a funny one. Letting the Scrum Masters decide on changes? That's just asking for trouble! Can you imagine the battles between the different Scrum Masters?
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Joanna
1 year ago
C) Discuss the Definition of Done at the Nexus Sprint Retrospectives, and include any changes for the next Sprint.
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Scot
2 years ago
B) At scale, the Definition of Done is owned by the larger development organization, and changes will be communicated by stakeholders.
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Launa
2 years ago
A) Have the Nexus Integration Team decide on changes to the Definition of Done and communicate to teams when they will take effect.
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Laila
2 years ago
I think having the Scrum Masters decide on changes could lead to conflicts, so I prefer option A.
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Troy
2 years ago
Option B is interesting, but I'm not sure I'm comfortable with the larger organization owning the Definition of Done. The Nexus team should have more control over this in my opinion.
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Oren
2 years ago
I think option C is the best, it allows for the Nexus team to collaboratively decide on changes to the Definition of Done during the Nexus Sprint Retrospective. This seems like a logical and transparent way to evolve the Definition of Done over time.
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Tomas
1 year ago
Transparency and communication are key when making changes to the Definition of Done.
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Phung
1 year ago
Having the Nexus team involved in the decision-making process ensures buy-in and alignment.
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Laurena
2 years ago
It's important to have a collaborative approach when evolving the Definition of Done.
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Willodean
2 years ago
I agree, discussing it at the Nexus Sprint Retrospectives allows for input from all team members.
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Jenelle
2 years ago
I believe discussing the Definition of Done at the Nexus Sprint Retrospectives is important for continuous improvement.
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Junita
2 years ago
I agree with Shalon, having a centralized team make decisions would ensure consistency.
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Shalon
2 years ago
I think the Nexus Integration Team should decide on changes to the Definition of Done.
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