Task 1 Empower Teams PMI-ACP Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1foundation · easy

   A team is experiencing a 'not my job' attitude. Which approach is most effective in promoting shared responsibility?

   • AClarify each member's job description and enforce boundaries
   • BCreate a reward system based on individual task completion
   • CEncourage team members to volunteer for tasks outside their specialty and rotate roles
   • DHave the scrum master assign all tasks to ensure coverage
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2. 2foundation · easy

   An agile coach wants to create an environment where team members feel safe to share mistakes and ask for help without fear of judgment. Which approach best supports this goal?

   • AModel vulnerability by admitting personal mistakes and responding to team disclosures with curiosity rather than blame
   • BRecognize only team members who consistently deliver successful outcomes
   • CLimit discussions of failures to one-on-one meetings to avoid embarrassing team members
   • DEncourage team members to solve problems independently before bringing issues to the group
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4. 3foundation · easy

   A team member is struggling with time management and wants to improve their personal effectiveness. Which approach is most appropriate?

   • ADirecting
   • BTraining
   • CMentoring
   • DCoaching
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5. 4foundation · easy

   An experienced team member is paired with a new hire to help them navigate the organization's culture and build a professional network. This relationship is best described as:

   • AMentoring
   • BCoaching
   • CSponsorship
   • DTraining
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6. 5expert · medium

   A team member has been quiet and withdrawn in recent meetings. They are still completing their tasks, but they are not participating in discussions. The agile coach has a one-on-one meeting with them. During the meeting, the team member says 'everything is fine' but their body language (crossed arms, avoiding eye contact) suggests otherwise. What is the most effective approach for the coach?

   • ASuggest they take a break and come back to the conversation when they are feeling better.
   • BTell them that their body language suggests otherwise and that they should be more honest.
   • CGently point out the discrepancy by saying, 'You say you're fine, but you seem a bit tense. Is there something on your mind?'
   • DAccept their answer and move on, as it is important to respect their privacy.
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