Scrum Exam PAL-I Topic 4 Question 3 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scrum's PAL-I exam

Question #: 3
Topic #: 4

True or False: The most important function of an Agile manager is to set goals and hold people accountable for their commitments.

ATrue

BFalse

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Suggested Answer: B

In Agile, the focus is on empowering teams to set their own goals and take accountability for their work. The manager's role is to facilitate, support, and remove impediments rather than enforcing accountability or setting strict goals.

by Stefania at Sep 09, 2024, 08:50 AM

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Delila

8 months ago

Are we sure this isn't an April Fool's question? Agile managers don't 'hold people accountable' - they help the team succeed!

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Alva

7 months ago

A) True

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Tasia

7 months ago

I agree, Agile managers are there to support the team, not to hold them accountable.

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Nelida

8 months ago

B) False

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Andree

8 months ago

A) True

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Arlene

9 months ago

Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'd say it's a mix - the manager sets the direction, but the team owns the implementation.

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Aretha

8 months ago

Exactly, it's a collaborative effort between the manager and the team.

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William

8 months ago

That makes sense. The manager provides guidance, but the team is responsible for delivering.

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Katy

8 months ago

B) False

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Luis

8 months ago

A) True

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Kara

9 months ago

I think the most important function of an Agile manager is to empower and support the team, not just hold them accountable.

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Kimbery

9 months ago

Nah, false. Agile is all about empowering the team, not micromanaging them. The manager's job is to facilitate, not dictate.

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Paola

8 months ago

B) False

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Cassie

8 months ago

Agreed, the Agile manager should empower the team and facilitate collaboration.

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Corinne

8 months ago

B) False

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Argelia

8 months ago

A) True

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Bettyann

9 months ago

Why do you think it's False?

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Kara

9 months ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is False.

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Vicki

9 months ago

True, that's the key role of an Agile manager. Without clear goals and accountability, the whole Agile process falls apart.

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Nickie

8 months ago

Absolutely, without clear goals, it's hard to measure progress in Agile.

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Maxima

9 months ago

A) True

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Eladia

9 months ago

I agree, setting goals and holding people accountable is crucial in Agile.

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Matthew

9 months ago

A) True

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Bettyann

9 months ago

I think the answer is True.

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