The next Sprint begins immediately after the previous one ends. There is no gap for planning, waiting or starting on a convenient day.
Exam Question
When does the next Sprint begin? (choose the best answer)
- A. Immediately following the next Sprint Planning.
- B. Immediately after the conclusion of the previous Sprint.
- C. When the Product Owner is ready.
- D. Next Monday.
Correct Answer
B. Immediately after the conclusion of the previous Sprint.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
The Scrum Guide states that “a new Sprint starts immediately after the conclusion of the previous Sprint.” Sprint Planning, the Daily Scrums, the Sprint Review and the Sprint Retrospective all happen inside a Sprint. Sprint Planning is the first event of the new Sprint, not something before it. This continuous rhythm keeps the feedback loop steady and avoids idle gaps where work and focus drift. A Product Owner’s readiness or a day of the week does not change when a Sprint starts.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
A. Immediately following the next Sprint Planning. Sprint Planning is part of the Sprint. The Sprint has already started when Sprint Planning begins.
C. When the Product Owner is ready. Sprints follow a fixed rhythm. The Product Owner’s readiness does not control their start.
D. Next Monday. A calendar day is not the rule. The next Sprint starts right after the last one ends, whatever the day.
Exam Tip
Remember that every Scrum event happens inside a Sprint. Any answer implying time between Sprints is wrong.
Key Takeaways
- Sprints run back to back with no gap.
- Sprint Planning opens the new Sprint.
- Sprint start does not wait for any person or weekday.
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