Scrum Master Certified (SMC) — Question 48

Which of the following statements about Release Planning Session is/are Correct?
A) Release Planning Sessions are conducted to develop a plan that defines when various sets of usable functionality or products will be delivered to the customer.
B) Release Planning Sessions enable the Scrum Team to have an overview of the releases and delivery schedule for the product they are developing.
C) Whether the releases will follow a phased deployment pattern or a continuous deployment pattern depends on the stakeholder requirements.
D) Release Planning Sessions should produce a detailed Release Plan for the entire project.

Answer options

• A. A
• B. A and Ð’
• C. Ð’ and С
• D. A and D

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Option B is correct because it captures the essence of Release Planning Sessions, which provide the Scrum Team with a comprehensive view of release timelines and delivery schedules. Options A and D focus on specifics that may not always be the primary goal of these sessions, while C discusses deployment patterns that are influenced by stakeholder requirements, but not the primary function of the planning sessions themselves.