How can teams use Iteration planning to stay aligned on their work?

1. A. By reviewing its processes before the next iteration
2. B. By committing to a set of goals to be delivered
3. C. By agreeing on a meeting timebox
4. D. By sharing Stories that could be pairing opportunities

Correct Answer: B
According to the SAFe 6 Scrum Master documentation, one of the ways teams can use Iteration planning to stay aligned on their work is by committing to a set of goals to be delivered. Iteration goals are a summary of the business and technical outcomes that the team intends to achieve in the Iteration. They are based on the stories selected from the team backlog, the team??s capacity, and the acceptance criteria. By committing to a set of goals, the team creates a shared understanding of the purpose and scope of the Iteration, as well as the expected value and quality. The team also aligns with the ART vision and objectives, and communicates their commitment to the stakeholders and customers. Iteration goals help the team to stay focused, motivated, and accountable throughout the
Iteration. (Must be taken from SAFe 6 Scrum Master resources)
References:
✑ Iteration Planning
✑ Iteration Goals
✑ Scrum Master/Team Coach

What is one element on the Scrum Master/Team Coach responsibility wheel?

1. A. Facilitate Coach Sync
2. B. Facilitate PI Planning
3. C. Facilitate a Community of Practice
4. D. Facilitate an Agile Team charter workshop

Correct Answer: B
According to the SAFe 6 Scrum Master documentation, one of the elements on the Scrum Master/Team Coach responsibility wheel is to facilitate PI Planning. PI Planning is a two- day event where all the teams and stakeholders of an Agile Release Train (ART) collaborate to align on a common vision, define and commit to the PI objectives, and
identify and manage risks and dependencies. The Scrum Master/Team Coach facilitates PI Planning by 1:
✑ Helping the team prepare for the event, such as reviewing the business context,
vision, and backlog, and creating draft plans
✑ Supporting the team during the event, such as facilitating breakout sessions, resolving issues, and ensuring alignment and collaboration with other teams
✑ Assisting the team after the event, such as finalizing the plans, updating the PI board, and conducting a retrospective
Facilitating PI Planning is one of the ways the Scrum Master/Team Coach helps the team and the ART achieve their goals and deliver value. (Must be taken from SAFe 6 Scrum Master resources)
References:
✑ PI Planning
✑ Scrum Master/Team Coach
✑ Say Hello to SAFe 6.0! - Scaled Agile Framework

What can a Scrum Master/Team Coach recommend to a team that is showing signs of burnout, not addressing increasing technical debt, and acting out of urgency rather than considering innovation?

1. A. A constructive IP Iteration at the end of each PI
2. B. A collective Iteration Review and demo each Iteration
3. C. A communicative retrospective at the end of each Iteration
4. D. A careful plan at the beginning of each Iteration

Correct Answer: A
A constructive IP Iteration is one of the recommended practices for Scrum Masters/Team Coaches to help teams avoid burnout, address technical debt, and foster innovation. An IP Iteration is a unique, dedicated iteration that occurs every PI and provides an estimating buffer for meeting PI Objectives and dedicated time for innovation, continuing education, PI Planning, and Inspect and Adapt events. During the IP Iteration, teams can work on activities such as hackathons, research and design, spikes, refactoring, automation, training, and other improvement initiatives that are difficult to fit into a continuous, incremental value delivery pattern. An IP Iteration also allows teams to prepare for and participate in the PI Planning and Inspect and Adapt events, which are essential for alignment, collaboration, and learning across the ART. A constructive IP Iteration can improve the predictability and flow of value delivery, increase employee engagement and satisfaction, enhance the agility and resilience of the teams, and create a competitive advantage for the enterprise. (Must be taken from SAFe 6 Scrum Master resources) References:
✑ Innovation and Planning Iteration - Scaled Agile Framework
✑ The CALMR Approach to DevOps [Complete Guide] - KnowledgeHut
✑ SAFe Scrum Master Course Outline

What is one way a servant leader can support team members in decision-making?

1. A. Give each team member the opportunity to contribute
2. B. Perform regular retrospectives on behalf of the team
3. C. Identify solutions to problems the team surfaces
4. D. Support teams in affinity mapping their concerns

Correct Answer: A
According to the SAFe 6 Scrum Master documentation, one of the ways a servant leader can support team members in decision-making is by giving each team member the opportunity to contribute. This means that the servant leader encourages and facilitates the participation of all team members in the decision-making process, ensuring that everyone??s voice is heard and valued. By giving each team member the opportunity to contribute, the servant leader fosters a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and trust, as well as increases the quality and buy-in of the decisions. (Must be taken from SAFe 6 Scrum Master resources)
References:
✑ Scrum Master/Team Coach
✑ The Power of Shared Decision-Making through Servant-Leadership
✑ The Scrum Master as a Servant-Leader

What is one Agile development value?

1. A. Healthy interactions over detailed plans
2. B. Customer collaboration over contract negotiation
3. C. Risk-taking over process development
4. D. Working teams over busy individuals

Correct Answer: B
One Agile development value is customer collaboration over contract negotiation. This value is one of the four core values of the Agile Manifesto, which states: ??We are
uncovering better ways of developing software by doing it and helping others do it. Through this work we have come to value: Individuals and interactions over processes and tools Working software over comprehensive documentation Customer collaboration over
contract negotiation Responding to change over following a plan That is, while there is value in the items on the right, we value the items on the left more.?? 1 This value emphasizes the importance of building a trusting and collaborative relationship with the customers, rather than relying on rigid and formal contracts that may limit the ability to respond to changing needs and expectations2 Customer collaboration means involving the customers throughout the development process, seeking their feedback, input, and validation, and delivering solutions that meet their requirements and expectations3 Customer collaboration also means respecting the customers?? opinions and perspectives, and resolving any conflicts or issues in a constructive and respectful
manner4 Customer collaboration helps the Agile teams to deliver value faster and more effectively, as well as to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty34 (Must be taken from SAFe 6 Scrum Master resources)
References:
✑ Manifesto for Agile Software Development
✑ Customer Collaboration Over Contract Negotiation - Mountain Goat Software
✑ Customer Collaboration Over Contract Negotiation - Agile Alliance
✑ Customer Collaboration Over Contract Negotiation - Scrum Inc