How does work flow from one state to the next in a Team Kanban board?
This article unpacks a SAFe Scrum Master scenario and explains what makes the correct response effective.
Exam Question
How does work flow from one state to the next in a Team Kanban board?
A. During the Daily Stand-up, team members make decisions and discuss how to move the work.
B. The Scrum Master moves the work from one state to the next to ensure ongoing progress within the team.
C. Team members of a state pull work from the previous state when they can do so without impacting their current state WIP constraint.
D. People working in the first state move the work to the next work state.
Correct Answer
C
Explanation
Correct Answer
C. Team members of a state pull work from the previous state when they can do so without impacting their current state WIP constraint.:
This aligns with the SAFe Scrum Master’s responsibilities and expected behaviors.
Incorrect Answers
A. During the Daily Stand-up, team members make decisions and discuss how to move the work.:
This is incorrect as it doesn’t reflect the SAFe Scrum Master’s duties or decision-making scope.
B. The Scrum Master moves the work from one state to the next to ensure ongoing progress within the team.:
This is incorrect as it doesn’t reflect the SAFe Scrum Master’s duties or decision-making scope.
D. People working in the first state move the work to the next work state.:
This is incorrect as it doesn’t reflect the SAFe Scrum Master’s duties or decision-making scope.
Scrum Master Insights
- Facilitation: Scrum Masters foster productive events and team alignment.
- Coaching: They enable team-level agility through guidance and reflection.
- Program Collaboration: Effective collaboration across ARTs ensures flow of value.
Relevance to the SSM Exam
This question represents key exam topics related to scaled Agile facilitation and team performance management in SAFe.
Key Takeaways
- Scrum Masters play a crucial role in enabling Agile teams and events.
- They promote alignment, remove impediments, and drive continuous improvement.
- SAFe requires facilitation skills at both team and program levels.
Conclusion
Understanding these responsibilities equips you for real-world performance and the SSM certification exam.
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