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
Question 2
Who has the final say on the order of the Product Backlog?
Options:
A.
The Development Team.
B.
The Product Owner.
C.
The Scrum Master.
D.
The Stakeholders.
E.
The CEO.
Answer:
B
Explanation:
According to the Scrum Guide, the Product Owner has the final say on the order of the Product Backlog, as he or she is responsible for maximizing the value of the product and the work of the Development Team. The other roles do not have this authority, although they may provide input and suggestions to the Product Owner.
Question 3
Every Scrum team must have a Product Owner and Scrum Master.
Options:
A.
True. Outcomes affected by their participation and availability.
B.
False. A Product Owner can be replaced by a business analyst in the Development Team.
C.
False. A Scrum Master is only required when asked for by the Development Team.
D.
True. Each must be 100% dedicated to the Scrum Team.
Answer:
A
Explanation:
According to the Scrum Guide1, there are three roles in a Scrum Team:
The Product Owner
The Developers
The Scrum Master
The Product Owner is accountable for maximizing value resulting from work by Developers. Developers are accountable for creating a plan for the Sprint, the Sprint Backlog. The Scrum Master is accountable for establishing Scrum as defined in the Scrum Guide. They do this by helping everyone understand Scrum theory and practice, both within the Scrum Team and the organization. Every Scrum team must have a Product Owner and Scrum Master, as outcomes are affected by their participation and availability. The other options are false, as they imply that the Product Owner and Scrum Master roles are optional or interchangeable.