Chapter 2 – Scrum Theory and Principles

Answers

1. The correct answer is c.

   Scrum is a process framework, not a methodology or process.

2. The correct answer is c.

   Empiricism, the principle that underpins Scrum, is based on constant inspection and adaptation.

3. The correct answer is d.

   Openness means that we share both good and bad things with our team. By failing to mention the weaknesses of his design, Bob hasn't been open with the team.

4. The correct answer is b.

   Alice has been open to discussing alternative algorithms to the one she chose. She also showed courage in accepting a new algorithm, as suggested by the team, and implementing it.

5. The correct answer is d.

   By accepting to work on a non-Sprint item, Carol lost focus of the task she was working on and of the Sprint goal.