PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) — Question 154

A project's first iteration contains item A, and its second iteration contains item B. The first iteration is behind schedule, which will impact the second iteration.
Since items A and B are similar, a team member suggests beginning the design of item B.
What should the agile practitioner do?

Answer options

• A. Defer starting the design of item B until the second iteration is being planned
• B. Proceed with the design of item B, since it will hasten the second iteration
• C. Escalate the issue to the customer, and obtain their approval before starting the design of item B
• D. Log the issue in the risk register, and request change control board (CCB) approval.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because it is important to focus on completing the first iteration before starting on the second, ensuring that all tasks are properly addressed. Options B and C could lead to further complications by overcommitting resources or bypassing necessary approvals. Option D, while it logs the issue, does not prioritize the need to complete the first iteration before moving forward.