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ScrumStudy SMC Exam - Topic 3 Question 97 Discussion

A new developer is having continuing conflicts with existing Development Team members and creating a hostile environment. If necessary, who is responsible for removing the team member?
D) The Scrum Master is responsible, because she removes impediments.
A) The organization's management is responsible for managing unruly Development Team members.
B) The Product Owner is responsible as this person can affect value.
C) The Development Team may elect to remove a team member from the team.

ScrumStudy SMC Exam - Topic 3 Question 97 Discussion

Actual exam question for ScrumStudy's SMC exam
Question #: 97
Topic #: 3
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A new developer is having continuing conflicts with existing Development Team members and creating a hostile environment. If necessary, who is responsible for removing the team member?

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Cyndy
7 months ago
The Scrum Master should definitely step in here!
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Delila
8 months ago
Wait, can the Development Team really kick someone out?
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Edelmira
8 months ago
But what if the team feels strongly about it?
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Fannie
8 months ago
Totally agree, it's their job to keep the peace!
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Karl
8 months ago
I think management should handle this.
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Rebeca
9 months ago
I thought the organization's management was responsible for these kinds of situations, especially if it creates a hostile work environment.
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Kiley
9 months ago
I vaguely recall that the Development Team can decide on team membership, but it seems like a big decision that might need higher approval.
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Ayesha
9 months ago
I remember a practice question where the Product Owner had to manage team dynamics, but I feel like the management should ultimately handle serious issues.
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Kirk
9 months ago
I think the Scrum Master has a role in resolving conflicts, but I'm not sure if they have the authority to remove someone.
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Glory
9 months ago
I think the key here is understanding the Scrum roles and their responsibilities. Based on my knowledge, the Development Team has the authority to elect to remove a team member, so I'm going to go with option C.
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Hermila
9 months ago
I'm a bit confused on this one. The options mention the organization's management, the Product Owner, and the Development Team, but I'm not sure which one is responsible for removing a team member. I'll need to think it through step-by-step.
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Dorothy
9 months ago
I've got this! The Scrum Master is responsible for removing impediments, and a disruptive team member would definitely be an impediment. So the answer has to be D.
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Tarra
9 months ago
Okay, let's see. The question is asking about who is responsible for removing a team member, so I'm guessing it has to do with the Scrum framework. I'll need to review the Scrum Guide to refresh my memory on the different roles.
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Anna
9 months ago
Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about the different roles and responsibilities in Scrum to figure out the right answer.
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Aleta
2 years ago
Ah, the classic 'how do you solve a problem like Maria?' dilemma. I'd say whichever option involves the least amount of yodeling is the way to go.
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Cecily
2 years ago
D) The Scrum Master is responsible, because she removes impediments.
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Dion
2 years ago
C) The Development Team may elect to remove a team member from the team.
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Nathalie
2 years ago
A) The organization's management is responsible for managing unruly Development Team members.
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Soledad
2 years ago
Hmm, I'm going with B. The Product Owner is responsible for the value, so they should have a say in who's on the team disrupting that.
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Mitsue
2 years ago
C is the way to go! The Development Team should have the power to decide who's on the team. Keeps everyone accountable.
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Dorthy
2 years ago
C) Absolutely, the Development Team should have the autonomy to make decisions like that.
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Irving
2 years ago
A) The organization's management is responsible for managing unruly Development Team members.
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Leontine
2 years ago
C) The Development Team may elect to remove a team member from the team.
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Kyoko
2 years ago
I'm not sure, maybe the Scrum Master could help mediate the conflicts first before resorting to removing the team member. Option D sounds like a good starting point.
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Mireya
2 years ago
The Product Owner should also be involved as they can affect value.
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Lynelle
2 years ago
The organization's management is responsible for managing unruly team members.
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Yun
2 years ago
I think the Scrum Master should try to mediate the conflicts first.
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Myra
2 years ago
I believe the Development Team should have the option to remove the team member if necessary.
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Lindsey
2 years ago
I agree with In, they have the authority to address the issue.
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Eun
2 years ago
Option A seems reasonable, the management should handle unruly team members. They have the authority to take disciplinary actions if needed.
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Vincenza
2 years ago
B) The Product Owner is responsible as this person can affect value.
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Josefa
2 years ago
C) The Development Team may elect to remove a team member from the team.
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Brandon
2 years ago
A) The organization's management is responsible for managing unruly Development Team members.
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In
2 years ago
I think the organization's management should handle it.
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