PMI Exam PMI-200 Topic 2 Question 67 Discussion

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Question #: 67
Topic #: 2

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The best approach to estimate the work on a project when using story points is to have:

ATeam members assign estimates by averaging Planning Poker cards.

BThe most senior team member prepare the estimates.

CTwo or three senior team members estimate and take the average of their times.

DThe team work together to agree on estimates in a group setting.

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by Lindy at Aug 28, 2024, 06:36 PM

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Tiffiny

8 months ago

Option A sounds like a recipe for 'planning poker' gone wrong. Averaging those estimates is just guesswork.

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Pearly

8 months ago

I think option C could also work, having two or three senior team members estimate and taking the average of their times provides a balanced approach.

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Ardella

8 months ago

I prefer option A, where team members assign estimates by averaging Planning Poker cards. It's more efficient.

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Krystal

8 months ago

I agree with Na, having the team collaborate on estimates ensures everyone's input is considered.

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Stephaine

8 months ago

Haha, option B? Letting the most senior person decide? That's a recipe for disaster!

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An

7 months ago

Yeah, I agree! It's important for the whole team to be involved in estimating the work.

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Samira

8 months ago

D) The team work together to agree on estimates in a group setting.

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Denise

8 months ago

A) Team members assign estimates by averaging Planning Poker cards.

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Na

8 months ago

I think the best approach is D, where the team works together to agree on estimates.

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Adelaide

8 months ago

D is definitely the best approach. Group consensus is key for accurate story point estimation.

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Wilda

8 months ago

It also helps to have different perspectives when estimating the work.

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Denny

8 months ago

I agree, having the team work together ensures everyone's input is considered.

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Myong

9 months ago

C seems like a good compromise, getting input from senior folks but not just relying on one person's opinion.

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Devorah

9 months ago

I think option D is the way to go. Collaborative estimation helps the whole team buy into the process.

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Nobuko

8 months ago

I agree, having the whole team involved in the estimation process leads to better buy-in and understanding.

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Huey

8 months ago

Collaborative estimation also allows for different perspectives to be considered, leading to more accurate estimates.

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