ScrumPrep instructor

Hiro Takashimya

Certification exam preparation expert

Hiro is one of ScrumPrep's key instructors, known for challenging practice questions, detailed explanations and personal support for learners preparing for certification exams from Scrum.org, SAFe, PMI and AWS.

Hiro's approach goes beyond finding the right answer. The goal is to understand the principles behind it, see how the concepts apply in real situations and build the confidence to handle unfamiliar questions. Learners have credited Hiro's clear explanations and quick, personal answers with helping them pass demanding certification exams, from first-time foundational certifications to advanced professional levels.

Exam questions answered by Hiro

Each answer explains the reasoning behind the correct option, so you can apply it on the real exam.

Which are characteristics of the Daily Scrum

Answering: “Which are characteristics of the Daily Scrum?” (PSM I)

Which are characteristics of the Daily Scrum?
(choose the best two answers)
A. It is free form and designed to promote conversation.
B. It is facilitated by the team lead.
C. Its purpose is to inspect progress toward the Sprint Goal and adapt the Sprint Backlog.
D. It consists of the Scrum Master asking the team for status.
E. Its location and time should remain constant.

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How is management that is external to the Scrum Team involved in the Daily Scrum

Answering: “How is management that is external to the Scrum Team involved in the Daily Scrum?” (PSM I)

How is management that is external to the Scrum Team involved in the Daily Scrum?
(choose the best answer)
A. The Product Owner represents their opinions.
B. Managers are not required at the Daily Scrum.
C. The Scrum Master speaks on their behalf.
D. Management gives an update at the start of each Daily Scrum.

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When must the Product Owner participate in the Daily Scrum

Answering: “When must the Product Owner participate in the Daily Scrum?” (PSM I)

When must the Product Owner participate in the Daily Scrum?
(choose the best answer)
A. When the Product Owner is actively working on items on the Sprint Backlog; however, they participate as a Developer.
B. When there are impediments to discuss.
C. When the Product Owner needs to represent the stakeholders’ point of view to the Developers.
D. When the Scrum Master asks the Product Owner to attend.

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What is the main reason for the Scrum Master to be at the Daily Scrum

Answering: “What is the main reason for the Scrum Master to be at the Daily Scrum?”

What is the main reason for the Scrum Master to be at the Daily Scrum?
(choose the best answer)
A. To write down any changes to the Sprint Backlog, including adding new items, and tracking progress on the burn-down.
B. They do not have to be there; they only need to ensure the Developers have a Daily Scrum.
C. To make sure every team member answers the three questions.
D. To gather status and progress information to report to management.

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