Agile Estimation and Planning: Master Agile Project Planning

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT an agile estimation technique?

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Function points

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Story points

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Velocity

Question 2

In agile project planning, what do we use to measure the size and complexity of tasks in a user story?

Accepted Answer

Story points

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Velocity

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Burn rate

Question 3

Which agile estimation technique assigns points to user stories based on their relative size and complexity?

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Story Points

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Velocity

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Planning Poker

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Burn Down Chart

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of calculating team velocity in agile planning?

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To estimate the team's capacity for completing tasks and predict project completion time.

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To track individual team member performance.

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To set unrealistic goals for the team.

Question 5

What is a 'sprint' in the context of agile project planning?

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A fixed-length time period in which a specific set of features or deliverables are developed and delivered.

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A phase in a linear project timeline.

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A meeting to discuss project progress.

Question 6

Which planning tool in agile projects visualizes the project's tasks, their status, and workflow?

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Kanban Board

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Gantt Chart

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Burndown Chart

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Backlog

Question 7

What is the main objective of a 'daily stand-up' meeting in agile projects?

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To monitor progress, identify impediments, and make necessary adjustments to plans.

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To conduct code reviews and technical discussions.

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To present project updates to senior management.

Question 8

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of agile project planning?

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Flexibility and adaptability in response to changing requirements.

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Rigidity and strict adherence to predefined plans.

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Emphasis on extensive documentation and formal procedures.

Question 9

What is the role of a 'product backlog' in agile project management?

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A prioritized list of features and requirements that guides the project's direction and evolution.

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A document that describes the project's technical specifications.

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A schedule that outlines project tasks and dependencies.

Question 10

Which of the following is an advantage of using story points in agile estimation?

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Encourages team collaboration and de-emphasizes the need for highly precise estimates.

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Provides detailed and accurate estimates that can be used for precise budget planning.

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Eliminates the need for frequent re-estimation as requirements change.

Question 11

What is the primary purpose of 'test-driven development' (TDD) in agile methodologies?

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To develop new features and ensure code quality by writing tests before implementing functionality.

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To accelerate the development process by eliminating the need for manual testing.

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To provide comprehensive documentation for testing requirements and procedures.

Question 12

What is the primary purpose of velocity in agile estimation?

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To predict the team's capacity and progress

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To record historical project data

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To assign tasks to individual team members

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To determine the project budget

Question 13

Which of the following is an advantage of using story points in agile estimation?

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Providing a relative and abstract measure of effort

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Detailed understanding of team member capabilities

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Eliminating uncertainty in project outcomes

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Allowing for precise measurement of time and cost

Question 14

What is the primary function of a burndown chart in agile planning?

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To visualize team progress towards sprint goals

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To assign tasks to team members

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To identify project dependencies

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To track project expenses

Question 15

Which principle is central to agile planning?

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Iterative and incremental development

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Detailed upfront planning

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Top-down and hierarchical planning

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Linear and sequential progression

Question 16

What is the primary purpose of a sprint backlog in agile planning?

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To outline the tasks to be completed in a sprint

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To document all project requirements

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To assign responsibilities to team members

Question 17

What is the primary role of the product owner in agile estimation?

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To prioritize and refine user stories

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To assign tasks to team members

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To conduct detailed time and cost estimates

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To ensure technical feasibility of requirements

Question 18

Which practice is recommended for improving the accuracy of agile estimation?

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Regularly collecting feedback and adjusting estimates

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Using complex and sophisticated estimation techniques

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Focusing on precise and detailed estimates

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Involving all stakeholders in the estimation process

Question 19

How is velocity used in sprint planning?

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To determine the amount of work that can be committed to a sprint

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To track progress during a sprint

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Velocity is independent of sprint planning

Question 20

Identify the technique that is NOT used in agile estimation?

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Earned Value Management

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Planning poker

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Velocity

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Story points

Question 21

What is the primary objective of velocity in agile planning?

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Forecast future team performance

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Assign resources to tasks

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Calculate project costs

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Compare team performance across projects

Question 22

What is the purpose of a sprint backlog?

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List user stories to be completed in the sprint

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Estimate sprint costs

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Track sprint progress

Question 23

Which is NOT a type of agile project planning?

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Waterfall planning

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Kanban

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Scrum

Question 24

Explain the fundamental difference between a story and a task in agile.

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A story is a user-centric description of a feature, while a task is a specific action required to implement the story.

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Stories are created by the product owner, while tasks are created by the development team.

Question 25

Which of the following is a limitation of using story points for agile estimation?

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Story points do not provide precise estimates of development time.

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Story points allow for relative estimation of effort.

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Story points can facilitate team collaboration and communication.

Question 26

What is the primary purpose of velocity in agile planning?

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To measure the team's consistent average rate of progress.

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To track the status of individual tasks.

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To determine the exact duration of the project.

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To optimize resource allocation.

Question 27

Which of the following best describes a key principle of agile planning?

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Prioritizing adaptability and flexibility in response to change.

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Limiting user feedback during the planning process.

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Creating detailed and inflexible plans.

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Solely focusing on long-term objectives.

Question 28

What is the key advantage of using a burn-down chart for agile project planning?

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It visualizes the team's progress towards completion.

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It helps allocate resources based on current workload.

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It identifies specific tasks that are behind schedule.

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It can precisely estimate the remaining number of hours.

Question 29

Which of the following techniques is not commonly used for agile estimation?

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Waterfall estimation

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Planning poker

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Wideband delphi

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Affinity mapping

Question 30

What is the main objective of sprint planning in agile?

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To determine the specific work to be completed in the upcoming sprint.

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To estimate the entire project timeline.

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To identify all potential risks and their dependencies.

Question 31

What is the primary function of a product backlog in agile planning?

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To manage and prioritize the work that needs to be done.

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To document comprehensive project requirements.

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To assign specific tasks to individual team members.

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To monitor the progress of the project.

Question 32

What is a common challenge faced during agile estimation?

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Addressing uncertainty and evolving requirements.

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Obtaining reliable data.

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Motivating the team to provide accurate estimates.

Question 33

What is the purpose of a release plan in agile project management?

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To outline the major milestones and deliverables of the project.

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To track the project's progress on a daily basis.

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To define the specific tasks for each team member.

Question 34

In agile project planning, a velocity chart serves what primary purpose?

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Tracking team progress and identifying trends

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Estimating overall project expenses

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Creating a detailed project schedule

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Documenting project requirements

Question 35

Which technique for estimation is commonly employed in agile methodologies?

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Story points

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Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)

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Earned Value Management (EVM)

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Gantt charts

Question 36

In agile estimation, what is the product owner's primary responsibility?

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Providing input on user stories' business value and prioritization

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Creating the sprint backlog

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Estimating the size of user stories

Question 37

What is the primary distinction between a burnup chart and a burndown chart?

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A burnup chart displays completed work, while a burndown chart shows remaining work

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A burnup chart is for planning, while a burndown chart is for tracking progress

Question 38

Which practice is recommended for effective agile estimation?

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Utilizing multiple estimation techniques

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Estimating only high-priority user stories

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Estimating every aspect in great detail

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Excluding the team from the estimation process

Question 39

What is the primary objective of a planning poker session?

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Estimating user story size as a team

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Resolving conflicts among team members

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Creating the sprint backlog

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Tracking team progress

Question 40

Which of the following is **not** a commonly cited benefit of using story points for agile estimation?

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Story points provide precise and reliable estimates of effort or time

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Story points help teams focus on the relative size of user stories

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Story points facilitate effective communication among team members

Question 41

In agile planning, velocity is primarily used to measure:

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The amount of work a team can complete in a sprint

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The tasks assigned to individual team members

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The duration of a project

Question 42

Which of the following is a key characteristic of agile estimation?

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It is an iterative and incremental process

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It is always accurate and precise

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It should be avoided as much as possible

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It is only performed at the beginning of a project

Question 43

The primary goal of agile planning is to create a:

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Flexible and adaptable plan

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Predictive plan that accurately forecasts the project's duration and cost

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Detailed and comprehensive plan that defines all aspects of the project

Question 44

Which of the following is a commonly used technique for estimating story points?

Accepted Answer

Planning poker

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Time tracking

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Earned value analysis

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PERT analysis

Question 45

An epic differs from a user story primarily in that an epic is:

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A large, complex feature, whereas a user story is a specific, testable requirement

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Identical to a user story

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A user story that is not yet ready to be implemented

Question 46

Which of the following is a key principle of agile planning and estimation?

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Involve the entire team in the process

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Estimate only at the beginning of the project

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Use only complex and precise estimation techniques

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Estimate independently and then average the results

Question 47

Which agile estimation technique involves assigning relative sizes to user stories based on their complexity using a card game?

Accepted Answer

Planning Poker

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Wideband Delphi

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Timeboxing

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Affinity Mapping

Question 48

What is the primary purpose of the sprint backlog in agile project planning?

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To detail the specific tasks and work items to be completed during the upcoming sprint.

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To track the overall progress of the project.

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To prioritize user stories for the entire project.

Question 49

In agile estimation, what is the product owner's primary role?

Accepted Answer

To prioritize user stories and provide expertise on their complexity and value.

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To estimate the time required for each user story.

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To approve the final estimates.

Question 50

What is the main objective of a sprint planning meeting?

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To collaboratively plan the work for the upcoming sprint, select user stories, and assign tasks to team members.

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To discuss and address potential risks or impediments.

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To review the progress and achievements of the previous sprint.

Question 51

Which of the following is NOT a commonly used agile estimation technique?

Accepted Answer

Earned Value Analysis

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Scrum Poker

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T-shirt Sizing

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Wideband Delphi

Question 52

What is the primary responsibility of the scrum master during agile estimation?

Accepted Answer

To facilitate the estimation process, ensure the team utilizes appropriate techniques, and remove any obstacles.

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To approve the final estimates.

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To estimate the time required for each user story.