1
What is the primary goal of Agile methodology?
Agile prioritizes delivering functional software to customers in short, iterative cycles rather than focusing on extensive documentation or rigid plans.
2
Which Agile framework uses fixed-length iterations called "Sprints"?
Scrum is an Agile framework that organizes work into fixed-length iterations called Sprints, typically lasting 1-4 weeks.
3
What is a typical duration for a Sprint in Scrum?
Sprints are time-boxed iterations typically lasting 1-4 weeks, with 2 weeks being the most common duration.
4
Which statement best describes a "user story"?
A user story describes a software feature from the end-user perspective, following the format: "As a [user], I want [feature] so that [benefit]."
5
What is the main purpose of daily stand-up meetings?
Daily stand-ups are brief meetings (15 minutes or less) where team members synchronize work, share progress, and identify obstacles.
6
Who is primarily responsible for prioritizing the product backlog?
The Product Owner is responsible for maximizing product value by managing and prioritizing the product backlog.
7
Which Agile principle values "Responding to change over following a plan"?
This is the fourth value in the Agile Manifesto: "Responding to change over following a plan."
8
What is the purpose of a retrospective meeting?
The retrospective is held at the end of each Sprint to reflect on what went well, what could be improved, and how to make changes.
9
Which practice involves continuously integrating code changes?
Continuous Integration (CI) is the practice of frequently integrating code changes into a shared repository, with automated builds and tests.
10
What does a burndown chart visually represent?
A burndown chart shows the amount of work remaining (usually in story points) versus time, helping teams track progress during a Sprint.
11
Which role serves as a facilitator in Scrum?
The Scrum Master serves as a facilitator, helping the team follow Agile practices and removing obstacles that impede progress.
12
What is the main purpose of story points?
Story points are a unit of measure for estimating the relative effort, complexity, and risk of implementing a user story.
13
Which ceremony includes demonstrating completed work?
The Sprint Review is held at the end of each Sprint to demonstrate completed work to stakeholders and gather feedback.
14
What does the term "velocity" measure in Agile?
Velocity is a metric that tracks the average amount of work (usually in story points) a team completes during a Sprint.
15
Which practice limits work-in-progress items?
Kanban uses work-in-progress (WIP) limits to prevent teams from taking on too much work at once and improve flow efficiency.
16
What is the recommended size for a Scrum team?
The ideal Scrum team size is 5-9 members, which is small enough to stay nimble but large enough to have diverse skills.
17
Which of the following is a Scrum artifact?
Scrum artifacts include the Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment. Daily Stand-up and Retrospective are ceremonies.
18
In Agile, what is the term for the practice of writing tests before writing the code?
Test-Driven Development (TDD) is a practice where developers write automated tests before writing the implementation code.
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What does INVEST stand for in relation to user stories?
INVEST (Independent, Negotiable, Valuable, Estimable, Small, Testable) is a checklist for creating effective user stories.
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What is the main purpose of a product backlog?
The product backlog is an ordered list of everything that is known to be needed in the product, maintained by the Product Owner.