Scrum Master Certified (SMC) — Question 1

During a Retrospect Sprint Meeting, the Scrum team conducted an Explorer-Shopper-Vacationer-Prisoner exercise. One of the participants indicated that he feels like an Explorer. Which of the following best describes who an Explorer is?

Answer options

• A. One who wants to listen to everything and choose what he takes away from the retrospective
• B. One who wants to participate in and learn everything discussed in the retrospective
• C. One who wants to relax and be a tourist during the retrospective
• D. One who wants to explore how other project tackled similar issues and improved processes

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as an Explorer actively seeks to learn from the experiences of other projects to improve their own processes. Option A describes a passive listener, while B indicates a desire for active participation, which does not capture the exploratory aspect. Option C suggests a relaxed, observational role rather than a proactive one.