Task 2 Embrace Agile Mindset PMI-ACP Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1foundation · easy

   Why might an organization choose to integrate elements of Extreme Programming (XP) into their Scrum process?

   • ATo eliminate the need for sprint reviews
   • BTo replace the product owner role with a customer representative
   • CTo improve technical practices such as test-driven development and pair programming
   • DTo increase the length of sprints
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2. 2foundation · easy

   When using the Stacey Matrix to select a management approach, what is a key benefit of correctly classifying a project as 'complex'?

   • AIt allows the team to use a predictive, plan-driven approach
   • BIt helps the team avoid the need for stakeholder involvement
   • CIt ensures the project will be completed on time and within budget
   • DIt guides the team to use empirical, iterative methods
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4. 3foundation · easy

   In the Stacey Matrix, which quadrant represents a project where requirements are clear but the technology to achieve them is not well understood?

   • AChaotic
   • BSimple
   • CComplex
   • DComplicated
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5. 4application · medium

   A team is using Scrum but is struggling with the length of their sprints. They feel that two weeks is too short to deliver a meaningful increment, but four weeks is too long to get feedback. They also want to improve their ability to respond to changing priorities. Which agile practice could they integrate to address this?

   • AImplement a continuous delivery pipeline to get feedback more frequently, while keeping the sprint for planning and review.
   • BExtend the sprint to six weeks to allow more time for development and testing.
   • CUse a three-week sprint length as a compromise.
   • DSwitch to Kanban to eliminate sprints and use a continuous flow of work.
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6. 5application · medium

   A team is working on a project where the customer is not sure what they want. The team has been building prototypes and showing them to the customer, but the customer keeps changing their mind. The team is getting frustrated. Which agile principle should guide the team's behavior?

   • ASimplicity—the art of maximizing the amount of work not done—is essential.
   • BDeliver working software frequently, with a preference to the shorter timescale.
   • CWelcome changing requirements, even late in development.
   • DBuild projects around motivated individuals; give them the environment and support they need.
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