PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) — Question 149

What should a team consider when calculating the effort needed to complete a product backlog?

Answer options

• A. The increase in velocity and cost
• B. A buffer in the sprint to mitigate unexpected risks
• C. Assigning extra points to each task to allow time for changes
• D. Stories describing infrastructure tasks and analysis tasks

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Option B is correct because having a buffer in the sprint helps the team manage unexpected challenges effectively. Options A and C do not directly address the estimation of effort needed, and option D focuses on types of tasks rather than the effort calculation.