Scrum Master Certified (SMC) — Question 39

Which of the following comparisons is true about Scrum and Traditional Project Management?

Answer options

• A. In Scrum, upfront planning is high, while in Traditional Project Management it is low.
• B. In Scrum, performance measurement is based on plan conformity, while in Traditional Project Management it is based on business value.
• C. In Scrum, customer involvement is high throughput the project, while in Traditional Project it varies according to the project's lifecycle.
• D. In Scrum, Quality Assurance is process centric, while in Traditional Project Management it is customer centric.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as Scrum emphasizes continuous customer involvement throughout the project lifecycle, unlike Traditional Project Management, which often sees varying levels of customer engagement depending on the project's phase. Options A, B, and D misrepresent the nature of Scrum and Traditional Project Management's approaches to planning, performance measurement, and quality assurance.