Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II) — Question 81

What guideline should the Scrum Master provide if the Product Owner asks how estimations should be made in Scrum?

Answer options

• A. Estimates must be made in Story Points.
• B. Estimates must be in relative units.
• C. The Development Team is responsible for estimates.
• D. Estimates are made by the Product Owner.
• E. Estimates must follow the Fibonacci Sequence.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because in Scrum, it is the Development Team that is accountable for making estimations based on their understanding of the work involved. Options A, B, D, and E suggest specific methods or responsibilities that do not align with the Scrum framework, where the Development Team's role is to provide the estimates.