PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) — Question 188

An agile team is continuously interrupted by stakeholders wanting to ask product backlog questions. Distractions can have a negative impact on value delivery and quality.

Who is responsible for protecting against distractions?

Answer options

• A. Product owner
• B. Project manager
• C. Agile leader
• D. Developers

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The Agile leader is responsible for ensuring that the team can work without interruptions, allowing them to maintain focus on delivering value and quality. The Product owner, Project manager, and Developers may have roles in the process, but it is the Agile leader's duty to protect the team from external distractions.