A Scrum Team Failed to Meet the Sprint Objectives

question 30

Multiple Choice

A Scrum team failed to meet the Sprint objectives. One of the key members of the team fell ill and was away for two days right at the beginning of the four week Sprint. What is the most likely reason that the team did not meet the Sprint objectives?

• A) The Product Owner is unable to prioritize.
• B) The team is lacking skills.
• C) The team did not plan the Sprint effectively.
• D) The team is over-worked.

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Definitions:

Controllable Fixed Costs

Expenses that remain constant for a given period but can be influenced or managed by decisions of a company's management.

Management Performance Report

Management performance reports are documents or systems that provide key performance indicators and other relevant data to assess, monitor, and enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of management and organizational operations.

Controllable Fixed Costs

Fixed costs that a manager or business has the power to influence or change in the short term.

Contribution Margin

The amount of revenue remaining after deducting the variable costs associated with producing a product, used to cover fixed costs and generate profit.