Scrum Theory And Values

Which statement best describes Scrum?

• A defined and predictive process that conforms to the principles of Scientific Management.

• A complete methodology that defines how to develop software.

• A cookbook that defines best practices for software development.

• A framework within which complex products in complex environments are developed.

From the following Statements, which is/are True about Scrum?

• Scrum is simple.

• Scrum framework is purposefully incomplete

• Scrum employs an iterative, incremental approach to optimize predictability and to control risk.

• Scrum is a Methodology

Agile Manifesto states, “Responding to change _______ ?”

• over contract negotiation
• over following a plan
• over dictating a solution
• over comprehensive documentation

True or False: The purpose of a Sprint is to produce a valuable and useful Increment of working product

• True

• False

........ are Scrum Values

• Commitment, Agility, Adaptation, Openness and Complexity

• Transparency, Inspection, Adaptation

• Commitment, Courage, Focus, Openness and Respect

• Iteration, Velocity, Inspection, Agility

Which of the following Values is present in 1Dev Core Values and Scrum Values?

• Commitment

• Transparency

• Openness

• Respect

• Courage

Upon what type of process control is Scrum based?

• Analytical

• Empirical

• Hypocritical

• Critical

• Iterative

Answer explanation

What is Empirical Process Control?

In empirical process control, you expect the unexpected. With defined process control, every piece of work is understood. In Scrum, an empirical process is implemented where progress is based on observation and experimentation instead of detailed, upfront planning and defined processes. Using empirical process control is working in a fact-based, experience-based, and evidence-based manner that control is exercised through inspection, adaptation.  The Empirical Process Control has the following characteristics:

• Learn as we progress

• Expect and embrace change

• Inspect and adapt using short development cycles

• Estimates are indicative only and may not be accurate

Scrum is founded on _____ and ______

• Romanism and Lean Thinking

• Stoicism and Lean Thinking

• Empiricism and Lean Thinking

• FrancisM and Lean Thinking

• Agilitism and Lean Thinking

Answer explanation

Scrum is founded on empiricism and lean thinking. Empiricism asserts that knowledge comes from experience and making decisions based on what is observed. Lean thinking reduces waste and focuses on the essentials.

True or False. The main benefit of following an Agile Approach is to deliver solutions quickly.

• True

• False

True or False. One benefit of using Agile approach is increased ability to deliver Business Value.

• Truth

• Falls