Discuss ScrumStudy SMC Exam Topic 4 Question 122

As a Scrum Master, you have to coordinate with the Product Owner to ensure that an appropriate Length of

Sprint is determined keeping in mind the changes expected. Which of the following statements is true in this

regard?

AIt is advisable to consider the Release Dates for the overall product or service to determine the Length of
Sprint.

BThe impact and frequency of expected changes do not have any impact on the decision related to the
Length of Sprint.

CIf the project is stable, with only minor changes expected, the Length of Sprint should be relatively shorter,
1 to 3 weeks.

DTo get maximum benefits from a Scrum project, it is always recommended to keep the Sprint Time-boxed
to 6 weeks.
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If project requirements are generally stable and major changes are not expected in the near future, the Length
of a Sprint may be set to be longer, 4 to 6 weeks. This provides stability to the Scrum Team members to work
on the Prioritized Product Backlog requirements for lengthy periods of time without having to go through the
Create User Stories, Approve, Estimate and Commit User Stories, Create Tasks, Estimate Task, and other
related processes that are conducted for every Sprint. However, if project requirements are not very well
defined or if significant changes are expected in the immediate future, the Length of Sprint may be relatively
shorter, 1 to 3 weeks. This provides stability to the Scrum Team members to work on shorter Sprints and
deliver results, which can be evaluated by the Product Owner and stakeholders at the end of the Sprint. This
also provides enough flexibility for them to clarify requirements and make changes to the Prioritized Product
Backlog at the end of each Sprint.

Suggested Answer: A

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33 comments · newest first

Dominga 2 days ago

Agreed! It allows for quick feedback and adjustments.

Bonita 7 days ago

I think option C makes sense. Shorter sprints for minor changes.

Brandon 12 days ago

True, but if changes are frequent, shorter sprints are better. Flexibility is key!

Nieves 17 days ago

But what about option A? Release dates can really guide sprint length too.

Leana 23 days ago

I agree! Short sprints allow for quick feedback and adjustments.

Honey 28 days ago

I think option C makes the most sense. Shorter sprints for stable projects help keep things agile.

Stanford 1 month ago

True, but if changes are frequent, shorter sprints help us adapt quickly.

Juliana 1 month ago

But what about option A? Release dates can really guide sprint length.

Lenita 1 month ago

I agree! It keeps the team flexible and responsive.

Emerson 2 months ago

I think option C makes the most sense. Shorter sprints for minor changes.

Catarina 2 months ago

Minor changes? Shorter Sprints are still the way to go!

Ira 2 months ago

Definitely consider release dates when deciding Sprint length.

Kenneth 2 months ago

Surprised that some think 6 weeks is optimal, seems too long!

Dorothy 2 months ago

I disagree, longer Sprints can provide more stability.

Cherry 2 months ago

A shorter Sprint is better for changing requirements!

Annice 3 months ago

Release Dates should definitely factor into Sprint length.

Yesenia 3 months ago

Surprised that some think longer Sprints are better!

Olive 3 months ago

I think 6 weeks is too long for most projects.

Janna 3 months ago

Totally agree, flexibility is key!

Elenore 3 months ago

A shorter Sprint is better for changing requirements.

Ronny 4 months ago

Not sure about that, what if requirements change suddenly?

Tandra 5 months ago

I think Release Dates should definitely be considered.

Sheldon 5 months ago

Wait, 6 weeks? That seems too long for a Sprint!

Annalee 5 months ago

Totally agree, shorter Sprints are better for adapting to changes.

German 6 months ago

A longer Sprint can be good if changes are minimal!

Nelida 6 months ago

I feel like D is too rigid; I don't think 6 weeks is always the best option. It seems like flexibility is key in Scrum.

Solange 6 months ago

I practiced a similar question where we talked about shorter Sprints being better for projects with frequent changes. So, C might be correct.

Erick 6 months ago

I’m not sure about B; I think changes definitely impact the Sprint length, but I can't recall the exact reasoning.

Haydee 6 months ago

I remember discussing how the length of a Sprint should align with the stability of project requirements. It seems like A could be a good choice.

Val 6 months ago

I feel like option D is definitely wrong; 6 weeks seems too long for most projects, especially if we want to stay agile.

Annice 7 months ago

I practiced a similar question where we talked about shorter Sprints being better for projects with frequent changes, so I might lean towards that idea here.

Yolando 7 months ago

I think option A makes sense since release dates can influence how we plan our Sprints, but I’m not entirely confident about it.

Sherita 7 months ago

I remember discussing how the Length of Sprint should align with the stability of project requirements, but I'm not sure if 4 to 6 weeks is always the best choice.

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