Scrum Master Certified (SMC) — Question 5

Which of the following best describes why Epics are decomposed into smaller User Stories during a Sprint?

Answer options

• A. Tasks are easier to complete.
• B. Scrum Teams are smaller in size.
• C. Too large to be completed in a Sprint.
• D. Take considerably longer time to review.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because smaller tasks are more manageable and can be completed more efficiently within the time constraints of a Sprint. Options B and C do not directly address the benefit of decomposition, while option D focuses on review time rather than completion capability.