How Many Questions Of PSM-I Exams

NEW QUESTION 1
Which are appropriate topics for discussion in a Sprint Retrospective? (Choose the best three answers.)

• A. Arranging the Sprint Backlog for the next Sprint.
• B. The value of work currently represented in the Product Backlog.
• C. Team relations
• D. Definition of Done.
• E. How the Scrum Team does its work.

Answer: CDE

Explanation:
According to the Scrum Guide, the Sprint Retrospective is an opportunity for the Scrum Team to inspect itself and create a plan for improvements to be enacted during the next Sprint. The topics that are appropriate for discussion are those that relate to how the team does its work, such as team relations, Definition of Done, and processes, tools, communication, collaboration, quality, etc. The other options are not appropriate topics for discussion in a Sprint Retrospective, as they belong to other Scrum events (such as arranging the Sprint Backlog for the next Sprint in the Sprint Planning or evaluating the value of work in the Product Backlog in the Sprint Review).

NEW QUESTION 2
True or False: The purpose of a Sprint Is lo produce a valuable useful Inclement.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer: A

Explanation:
According to the Scrum Guide, the purpose of a Sprint is to produce a valuable useful Increment that meets the Definition of Done and the Sprint Goal. This means that the Developers work on items from the Product Backlog that deliver value to the stakeholders and align with the product vision. The other option is not valid, as it implies that producing an Increment is not the purpose of a Sprint.

NEW QUESTION 3
Which outcome is expected as Scrum Teams mature?

• A. They will improve their definition of “Done” to include more stringent criteria.
• B. The Sprint Retrospectives will grow to be longer than 4 hours.
• C. There is no need for a time-boxed Sprint, since time-boxes are only for new Scrum Teams.
• D. Sprint Reviews will no longer be needed.
• E. A Scrum Master is no longer needed since they are a mature team now.

Answer: A

Explanation:
According to the Scrum 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 guides the Development Team in creating a “Done” Increment. The definition of “Done” is created by the development organization (or Development Team if none is available from the development organization). The definition of “Done” may vary significantly per Scrum Team, depending on the context. One aspect of Scrum Teams inspecting how they work toward their Product Goal is that they improve their definition of “Done” over time.
References: Scrum Guide

NEW QUESTION 4
What is the best suited structure for Development Teams in order to produce integrated Increments?

• A. Each Development Team works only one technical layer of the system (e.
• B. GUI, database, middle tier, interfaces).
• C. Each Development Team develops functionality from beginning to end throughout all technical layers.

Answer: B

Explanation:
According to the Scrum Guide1, an Increment is a concrete stepping stone toward the Product Goal. Each Increment is additive to all prior Increments and thoroughly verified, ensuring that all Increments work together. In order to provide value, an Increment must be usable. Multiple Increments may be created within a Sprint. The sum of the Increments is presented at the Sprint Review thus supporting empiricism. However, an Increment may be delivered to stakeholders prior to the end of the Sprint. The Sprint Review should never be considered a gate to releasing value. Therefore, in order to produce integrated Increments that are potentially releasable, the best suited structure for Development Teams is to develop functionality from beginning to end throughout all technical layers.
References: Scrum Guide

NEW QUESTION 5
At the end of a Sprint Product Backlog item worked on during the Sprint does not meet the definition of “Done”. What two things should happen with the undone Product Backlog item? (Choose two.)

• A. If the stakeholders agree, the Product Owner can accept it and release it to the users.
• B. Put it on the Product Backlog for the Product Owner to decide what to do with it.
• C. Review the item, add the “Done” part of the estimate to the velocity and create a Story for the remaining work.
• D. Do not include the item in the Increment this Sprint.

Answer: BD

Explanation:
According to the Scrum 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 guides the Development Team in creating a “Done” Increment. The definition of “Done” is created by the development organization (or Development Team if none is available from the development organization). The definition of “Done” may vary significantly per Scrum Team, depending on the context. One aspect of Scrum Teams inspecting how they work toward their Product Goal is that they improve their definition of “Done” over time. Therefore, if a Product Backlog item worked on during the Sprint does not meet the definition of “Done”, two things that should happen with the undone Product Backlog item are:
Put it on the Product Backlog for the Product Owner to decide what to do with it, as they are accountable for effective Product Backlog management and ordering.
Do not include the item in the Increment this Sprint, as it does not meet the quality standards and may compromise value.
The other options are not appropriate, as they may compromise transparency, inspection, or adaptation. References: Scrum Guide

NEW QUESTION 6
Who creates the Definition of Done? (choose the best answer)

• A. The Scrum Master
• B. The Product Owner
• C. The scrum Team
• D. The Developers

Answer: C

Explanation:
The correct answer is C. The Scrum Team creates the Definition of Done. According to the Scrum Guide1, “The Developers are required to conform to the Definition of Done, which is defined and evolves with the Scrum Team.” The Definition of Done is a commitment by the Developers for the Increment, but it is also a shared understanding within the whole Scrum Team, including the Product Owner and the Scrum Master2.
The Scrum Team collaborates to create and update the Definition of Done as needed, based on the product and organizational standards3. The Definition of Done is not imposed by any external authority or individual.

NEW QUESTION 7
How much of the Sprint Backlog must be defined during the Sprint Planning event?

• A. Just enough tasks for the Scrum Master to be confident in the Development Team’s understanding of the Sprint.
• B. The entire Sprint Backlog must be identified and estimated by the end of the Sprint Planning meeting.
• C. Enough so the Development Team can create its best forecast of what is can do, and to start the first several days of the Sprint.
• D. Just enough to understand design and architectural implications.

Answer: C

Explanation:
The correct answer is C, because the Scrum Guide states that “the Development Team usually starts by designing the system and the work needed to convert the Product Backlog into a working product Increment. Work planned for the first days of the Sprint by the Development Team is decomposed by the end of this meeting, often to units of one day or less. The Development Team self-organizes to undertake the work in the Sprint Backlog, both during Sprint Planning and as needed throughout the Sprint.” Therefore, enough work should be defined during the Sprint Planning event so that the Development Team can create its best forecast of what it can do, and to start the first several days of the Sprint.

NEW QUESTION 8
What is the function or purpose of management in Scrum? (choose the best answer)

• A. To identify and remove people that are not working hard enough.
• B. To present the Scrum Teams with insights and resources that help them improve.
• C. To monitor the productivity of the Developers.
• D. To continually monitor staffing levels of the Scrum Team.

Answer: B

Explanation:
The correct answer is B. To present the Scrum Teams with insights and resources that help them improve. According to the Scrum Guide1, “The role of management in Scrum is to support the Product Owner with insights and information into high-value product and system capabilities.” Management also helps the Scrum Team by providing an environment that fosters agility, learning, and collaboration2. Management does not directly control or monitor the work of the Developers, nor does it interfere with the self-organization and autonomy of the Scrum Team3. Management’s function in Scrum is to enable and empower the Scrum Team to deliver value and continuously improve.

NEW QUESTION 9
What are three benefits of self-organization? (Choose three.)

• A. Increased creativity.
• B. Increased rule compliance.
• C. Increased accuracy of estimates.
• D. Increased self-accountability
• E. Increased commitment.

Answer: ADE

Explanation:
According to the Scrum Guide1, self-organization is one of the essential characteristics of Scrum Teams.
Self-organizing teams choose how best to accomplish their work, rather than being directed by others outside the team. Self-organization enables teams to deliver faster and better results by harnessing their creativity and skills. Some benefits of self-organization are:
Increased creativity, as team members have more freedom and autonomy to explore new ideas and solutions.
Increased self-accountability, as team members take ownership and responsibility for their work and outcomes.
Increased commitment, as team members are more engaged and motivated by having a say in how they work.
The other options are not benefits of self-organization, as they may imply external control or pressure. References: Scrum Guide

NEW QUESTION 10
If two Scrum Teams are added to the development of a product that previously had only one Scrum Team, what will be the immediate impact on the productivity of the original Scrum Team?

• A. Its productivity is likely to decrease.
• B. Its productivity is likely to stay the same.
• C. Its productivity is likely to increase.

Answer: A

Explanation:
The correct answer is A, because if two Scrum Teams are added to the development of a product that previously had only one Scrum Team, the immediate impact on the productivity of the original Scrum Team is likely to decrease. This is because adding more teams may introduce some challenges and trade-offs, such as increased communication and coordination overhead, reduced alignment and cohesion, and potential conflicts or dependencies.
References: [Suggested Reading for Professional Scrum Master™ I]

NEW QUESTION 11
A Sprint Retrospective should be held:

• A. At the end of each Sprint.
• B. At the beginning of each Sprint.
• C. Only when the Scrum Team determines it needs one.
• D. At the end of the last Sprint in a project or a release.

Answer: A

Explanation:
The correct answer is A, because a Sprint Retrospective should be held at the end of each Sprint. The Scrum Guide states that “the Sprint Retrospective is an opportunity for the Scrum Team to inspect itself and create a plan for improvements to be enacted during the next Sprint. … The Sprint Retrospective occurs after the Sprint Review and prior to the next Sprint Planning.”

NEW QUESTION 12
The Product Owner makes sure the team selects enough from the Product Backlog for a Sprint to satisfy the stakeholders.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer: B

Explanation:
The correct answer is B, because the Product Owner does not make sure the team selects enough from the Product Backlog for a Sprint to satisfy the stakeholders. The Scrum Guide states that “the number of items selected from the Product Backlog for the Sprint is solely up to the Development Team. Only the Development Team can assess what it can accomplish over the upcoming Sprint.” Therefore, the Development Team is responsible for choosing the scope of work for a Sprint.

NEW QUESTION 13
A Scrum Master is keeping a list of open impediments, but it is growing and he/she has been able to resolve only a small portion of the impediments. Which three techniques would be most helpful in this situation? (Choose three.)

• A. Consulting with the Development Team.
• B. Prioritizing the list and working on them in order.
• C. Arranging a triage meeting with all project managers.
• D. Alerting management to the impediments and their impact.

Answer: ABD

Explanation:
The correct answers are A, B, and D, because these techniques would be most helpful in this situation.
Consulting with the Development Team may help identify the root causes of the impediments and possible solutions. Prioritizing the list and working on them in order may help reduce the backlog and focus on the most important or urgent issues. Alerting management to the impediments and their impact may help escalate the problems and get support from the organization.

NEW QUESTION 14
An organization has decided to adopt Scrum, but management wants to change the terminology to fit with terminology already used. What will likely happen if this is done? (Choose the best answer.)

• A. Without a new vocabulary as a reminder of the change, very little change may actually happen.
• B. The organization may not understand what has changed within Scrum and the benefits of Scrum may be lost.
• C. Management may feel less anxious.
• D. All answers apply.

Answer: D

Explanation:
According to the Scrum Guide, changing the terminology of Scrum may have negative consequences, such as losing the benefits of Scrum, not understanding what has changed, or having very little change at all.
Therefore, all answers apply to this question. The Scrum Guide recommends using the same terminology as in the guide to avoid confusion and misunderstanding.

NEW QUESTION 15
A Scrum Master is essentially the same thing as a traditional PM (Project Manager).

• A. True
• B. False

Answer: B

Explanation:
The correct answer is B, because a Scrum Master is not the same thing as a traditional PM (Project Manager). The Scrum Guide states that “the Scrum Master is responsible for promoting and supporting Scrum as defined in the Scrum Guide. Scrum Masters do this by helping everyone understand Scrum theory, practices, rules, and values.” Therefore, a Scrum Master is not a manager, but a servant-leader and a coach for the Scrum Team and the organization.

NEW QUESTION 16
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