Scrum Master Certified (SMC) — Question 34

Collaboration within a team is an important principle of Scrum. All of the following activities constitute collaboration EXCEPT:

Answer options

• A. The Scrum Team decides which User Stories are important and assigns which Sprint they should be worked on.
• B. The Scrum Team discusses the best approach to creating deliverables during a Sprint.
• C. A Scrum Team member is facing difficulties in one of his tasks and another team member pitches in to help him.
• D. The Scrum Team interacts with the Product Owner to obtain clarification on User Stories.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because it describes a decision-making process rather than collaborative interaction. In contrast, options B, C, and D illustrate active collaboration among team members, whether through discussions, offering help, or seeking clarification, all of which are essential for effective teamwork in Scrum.