Sprint Planning and Execution Flashcards
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Who has the authority to cancel a Sprint?
Answer: The Product Owner
Only the Product Owner has the authority to cancel a Sprint, typically when the Sprint Goal becomes obsolete.
What happens to completed Product Backlog items if a Sprint is cancelled?
Answer: Done items may be accepted by the Product Owner
When a Sprint is cancelled, any completed and 'Done' Product Backlog items are reviewed, and the Product Owner may accept those that meet the Definition of Done.
What is the Sprint Backlog?
Answer: The Sprint Goal, selected Product Backlog items, and a plan for the Increment
The Sprint Backlog consists of the Sprint Goal, the set of Product Backlog items selected for the Sprint, and an actionable plan for delivering the Increment.
How long should the Daily Scrum be?
Answer: 15 minutes
The Daily Scrum is time-boxed to 15 minutes regardless of team size, keeping it focused and efficient.
What is the main purpose of the Daily Scrum?
Answer: To inspect progress toward the Sprint Goal and adapt the plan
The Daily Scrum is a 15-minute inspection of progress toward the Sprint Goal so the Developers can adapt their plan as needed.
Who is required to attend the Daily Scrum?
Answer: Only the Developers
The Daily Scrum is an event for the Developers; the Scrum Master and Product Owner are not required to attend unless they are also doing development work.