Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II) — Question 167

What might be a valid reason for abnormally cancelling a Sprint?

Answer options

• A. When the Development Team discovers it cannot meet their Sprint commitments.
• B. When the work becomes too difficult for the Development Team.
• C. When the sales department discovers features that add more value than the current work being done.
• D. When the Sprint Goal becomes obsolete.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

Option D is correct because a Sprint should be canceled if the Sprint Goal is no longer relevant, as this means that the work being done does not provide value to the stakeholders. Options A and B do not justify canceling a Sprint; these are issues that should be managed within the Sprint. Option C, while it may indicate a shift in priorities, does not warrant the cancellation of the Sprint unless it directly affects the relevance of the Sprint Goal.