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Question #: 355
Topic #: 1
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An urgent meeting has been established with the project team to discuss the cause of some quality issues that are preventing delivery to the client. The product owner recommends a root cause analysis (RCA).
What should the project lead do?

  • A. Discuss the product owner's recommendations with the team and implement the agreed-on solutions
  • B. Allow the team to self-organize so one of the resources can lead the team to achieve consensus
  • C. Discuss the recommendations with the test manager and request better quality control
  • D. Facilitate the meeting so anyone can share their ideas and is heard during the session
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Suggested Answer: D 🗳️

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Anssoo
1 week ago
Selected Answer: A
PO is also kind of team member and DO NOT SKIP any team members opinion in Agile. If you select D, then you are not proper PM or Agile master.
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ronakxaxis
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Selected Answer: D
PO does not have a recommendation and his solution may not be 100% correct without teams inputs.
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Begeego
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Selected Answer: A I would vote for A over the choice D because the product owner has already done the root cause analysis and their recommendation is something to be discussed as a group and come to an agreement. Whereas D will supersede the product owner recommendation.
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ronakxaxis
6 months, 2 weeks ago
The question does not highlight that the PO has a recommendation. He has only suggested a RCA.
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Kim222
8 months, 1 week ago
Selected Answer: A
It’s seem to be A
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ompk
11 months, 2 weeks ago
D has a word "anyone" which may include customers or sponsors so A sounds better
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912ed99
1 year ago
I will go for option A
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josephsafiran
1 year, 4 months ago
Selected Answer: D
The project lead should facilitate the meeting so anyone can share their ideas and is heard during the session (Option D). This approach encourages open communication, ensures all perspectives are considered, and fosters a collaborative environment. It’s important to remember that quality issues often arise from various factors, and it’s crucial to hear from all team members who might provide valuable insights. After the discussion, the team can decide on the best course of action, which might include a root cause analysis (RCA) or other strategies. This approach aligns with agile principles, which emphasize team collaboration and individuals’ interactions.
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Ngcy2023
1 year, 5 months ago
why C? can anyobe explain?
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David983
1 year, 6 months ago
Selected Answer: A
I will go with A, Option D mention about facilitate the meeting but question said that meeting is already established, going with A the PO suggestion will be evaluated and the rest part of the team will provide their points of view to at the end reach an agreement.
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Only12go
1 year, 6 months ago
Selected Answer: D
D. Facilitate the meeting so anyone can share their ideas and is heard during the session. In a situation where quality issues are preventing delivery to the client, it's crucial to conduct a root cause analysis (RCA) to identify the underlying causes of the problems. Facilitating a meeting where anyone can share their ideas and concerns is essential for a successful RCA. This approach promotes open communication and ensures that all team members have an opportunity to contribute to the identification of root causes. The project lead should act as a neutral facilitator, guiding the discussion and helping the team reach a consensus on the identified causes and potential solutions. This collaborative approach is aligned with agile principles and encourages a sense of ownership and responsibility among team members for addressing and resolving quality issues.
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bu02951
1 year, 6 months ago
Selected Answer: D
We already have the meeting with the project team then seems A is not necessary.
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Alizade
1 year, 7 months ago
Selected Answer: D
Facilitate the meeting so anyone can share their ideas and is heard during the session
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AmitBI
1 year, 7 months ago
Selected Answer: A
Close call between Option A and D, But looking at option A, it seems discussing with team regarding RCA and then it will lead to possible causes and resolution to improve the project quality.SO option A covers all aspects including D
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victory108
1 year, 8 months ago
Selected Answer: D
D. Facilitate the meeting so anyone can share their ideas and is heard during the session
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Sketchie
1 year, 7 months ago
Aren't they already at a meeting? The PO made the suggestion at the meeting.
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Akhundzada
1 year, 9 months ago
Selected Answer: D
D. Facilitate the meeting so anyone can share their ideas and is heard during the session. In project management, it's important to involve the project team and gather their input when addressing quality issues. Facilitating a meeting where everyone can share their ideas helps ensure that all relevant perspectives are considered and that the team is engaged in identifying the root causes of the quality issues. This approach promotes collaboration and a sense of ownership among the team members. Once the root causes are identified, the team can work together to develop and implement appropriate solutions, which aligns with the project lead's responsibility for managing the project and its issues effectively.
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SteAle
1 year, 10 months ago
Selected Answer: D
It is important to listen to everyone, not just the PO.
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SteAle
1 year, 10 months ago
Changed my mind, it should be A, as D does not solve the problem. Plus A includes D.
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AbbasTaki
1 year, 11 months ago
Selected Answer: D
The project lead should facilitate the meeting so that everyone can share their ideas and be heard during the session. Option D is the most appropriate course of action in this scenario.
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