Question 1

Scenario C: Dependencies and Product Backlog items

During Nexus Sprint Planning, representatives from each of the 9-member Scrum Teams

identify many dependencies. This makes it hard for them to choose the work they could pull

into their individual teams for the next Sprint. No matter how they reorganize the Product

Backlog items, they continually find more or new dependencies.

What techniques could help this Nexus manage their dependencies effectively?

(choose the best two answers)

Options :

A :

The Nexus Integration Team should complete the dependent work ahead of the Sprint for the teams

B :

Reorganize team members between the teams to eliminate cross-team dependencies.

C :

Extend the Sprint so that the teams can have more time to complete the dependent work.

D : Reorder Product Backlog items to better accommodate dependencies.

Answer: B,D

Question 2

The Nexus Scrum Master may also be a Scrum Master In one or more of the Scrum Teams?

Options :

A : TRUE

B : FALSE

Answer: A

Question 3

Who is responsible for a definition of “Done” that can be applied to the Integrated Increment?

Options :

A : The Scrum Master

B : All the Scrum Teams

C : The Nexus Integration Team

D : The Product Owner

Answer: C

Question 4

Scenario B: Six Team Nexus with complex dependencies

A six team Nexus is developing a complex product, with different parts of the product that only

certain Scrum Teams can work on. In fact, there are some highly specialized individuals outside

the Nexus that are required for some of the work. In past Sprints the Nexus encountered

challenges dealing with the many dependencies between Scrum Teams.

Some individual Scrum Teams in this Nexus have said that they do not see how the work they

are doing is contributing to the product's progress. What is the best remedy for this situation?

(choose the best answer)

Options :

A :

During Nexus Sprint Planning, have all the teams plan the Sprint together in one room, so they can see what other teams are working on.

B :

During Nexus Sprint Planning, ensure that all Scrum Teams understand the Nexus Sprint Goal.

C :

Ask the Scrum Master to explain to the teams that the Product Owner can choose which features to work on, as she has the final say.

D :

During Nexus Sprint Planning, ask each Scrum Team to create a Sprint Goal that describes the purpose of the Sprint.

Answer: B

Question 5

What are three benefits of self-managing Scrum Teams? (choose the best three answers)

Options :

A : Increased rule compliance.

B : Increased self-accountability.

C : Increased creativity.

D : Increased commitment.

E : Increased accuracy of estimates.

Answer: B,C,D