Exam PMP topic 1 question 647 discussion

The solution will not be in informing about the delay nor prioritizing the backlog because the requirement is critical, so the best choice is to find a replacement.

A. Work with the product owner to change the priorities in the sprint backlog. In an agile project, when a developer is unexpectedly unavailable, the project lead should collaborate with the product owner to reassess and reprioritize the sprint backlog. This may involve redistributing work among other team members or considering alternative ways to complete the prerequisite backlog item. This approach maintains the project's flexibility and adaptability, ensuring that the team can continue working effectively and delivering value to users. Options B, C, and D do not take advantage of the agile methodology's adaptability and may result in unnecessary delays, disruption to the team, or a negative impact on the developer's well-being.

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Textbook answer would probably be A. Real life answer would have to be C.

By working with the product owner to change the priorities in the sprint backlog, the project lead can adapt to the unexpected leave and ensure that the team focuses on delivering the most valuable and crucial items in the current circumstances. This allows for flexibility in managing priorities based on the availability of team members and helps mitigate the impact on the sprint's overall goals.

A. Work with the product owner to change the priorities in the sprint backlog. By working with the product owner, the team can reassess priorities and possibly rearrange the sprint backlog to focus on delivering other high-priority items that can still contribute value in the upcoming sprint review. This allows the team to adapt to the unexpected absence and ensure that user expectations are managed effectively. It is generally not advisable to ask the developer to postpone leave, as personal circumstances should be respected, and the team should be capable of adjusting to such situations.

A is a the best option option, as a sprint is timeboxed, introducing a replacement will only bring its own risk and delay delivery

A is no as PO does not work on sprint backlog. B is no as we simply don't decide to delay feature until all other options are exhausted. C is better choice as asking for replacement should be explored.

Answer is A becuase Choosing option C, which involves asking the development manager to provide a replacement for a couple of days, comes with potential complications: Ramp-Up Time: Bringing in a replacement, especially on short notice, means that the new person would need time to understand the context, the technical details, and the work that has been done so far on the backlog item. This ramp-up time might be longer than the remaining time in the sprint, which could lead to further delays. Quality Concerns: A developer who is unfamiliar with the specific item might introduce errors or might not implement it in a way that aligns with the team's standards or the original vision for the feature. Team Dynamics: Introducing a new member, even temporarily, can affect team dynamics and communication, especially if the team isn't used to working with that person.

option D may also be a feasible option, depending on the context. If the backlog item is a prerequisite for a feature that is highly anticipated by users, and if the developer's leave is not for an emergency, then it may be reasonable to ask the developer to postpone their leave until the backlog item is delivered.

As per my understanding - developer need to leave for couple of days unexpectedly. A. if change the sprint backlog. (developer will not available who will work.) B. inform the users that feature is delayed. (is come after the Option C) best option is. first ask the "development manager" (not developer) about replacement for couple of days because sprint backlog items are prerequisite for next sprint review. if replacement is not available then inform the users for delivery delay.

A. Work with the product owner to change the priorities in the sprint backlog

PO does not prioritize the sprint backlog. Its only the product backlog. Here only option is to be transparent on the delay in delivery due to team members absence

Based on the question, the current sprint goal cannot be achieved, the fact has to be notified the stakeholder. so I select B. Adjust the priority of current spring backlog (Answer a) does not give any help

Only the Developers manage the Sprint Backlog, so the Developers would need to be the one to make the decision on if it is feasible to change the work in the Sprint Backlog. Work with the product owner to work with the users.

option A is the most appropriate choice as it focuses on adjusting the priorities in the sprint backlog in collaboration with the product owner to accommodate the absence of the developer and ensure the timely delivery of valuable features to the users.

As the backlog item is a prerequisite for a feature expected by users in the next sprint review, delaying it could result in a negative impact on the project. The project lead should talk to the developer and ask if they can postpone their leave until the backlog item is delivered. This would help ensure that the project stays on track and that the feature is delivered as expected in the next sprint review. If it's not possible to postpone the leave, the project lead can explore other options such as reassigning the work to another developer or working with the product owner to adjust priorities.