Scrum Exam PSD Topic 3 Question 71 Discussion

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Which of the following describes an architecture spike?

AA fundamental architectural problem found in an existing application

BThe result of an exhaustive architectural planning effort

CA small development activity to learn about technical elements of a proposed solution

DA decision made by a systems architect to settle disagreement amongst the developers

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Suggested Answer: A, C

They are concerned with everything that needs to happen to create a working increment. And they are self-managing, so resolving conflicts is something they should arrange as well.

by Shalon at Feb 09, 2025, 03:02 AM

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Cory

2 months ago

As an architect, I can confirm that option C is the correct answer. We love our little 'spikes' to explore new technologies!

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Isreal

19 days ago

I see your point, but I still think option C is the best fit for describing an architecture spike.

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Karima

1 months ago

I think option A could also be a valid choice, as spikes can sometimes uncover fundamental architectural problems.

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Eloisa

1 months ago

I agree, option C is definitely the correct answer. It's a great way to learn about new technologies.

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Marya

2 months ago

D sounds like the architect is trying to settle a fight between the developers. That's not an architecture spike, that's just conflict resolution.

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Maddie

2 months ago

C definitely. I'm not sure what an 'exhaustive architectural planning effort' is, but it doesn't sound like an architecture spike to me.

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Belen

2 months ago

A spike? Is that like a protein bar for architects? I'll go with C, it sounds like the most 'spikey' option.

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Shaun

1 months ago

User 2: I agree, option C is the correct description of an architecture spike.

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Tamra

2 months ago

User 1: A spike is not a protein bar, it's a small development activity.

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Donette

2 months ago

Hmm, I think C is the correct answer. An architecture spike is a small, focused effort to explore technical uncertainties, not a fundamental problem or architectural planning.

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Eulah

27 days ago

So, it's not about settling disagreements, it's more about gaining insights for the proposed solution.

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Glen

1 months ago

Yeah, it's like a quick experiment to gather information before making bigger decisions.

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Quentin

1 months ago

I think it's more about exploring uncertainties rather than solving a fundamental problem.

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Tracie

1 months ago

I agree, an architecture spike is definitely a small development activity to learn about technical elements.

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Teddy

2 months ago

I'm not sure, but I think it could also be A) A fundamental architectural problem found in an existing application.

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Victor

2 months ago

I agree with Xuan. It makes sense to do a spike to explore the feasibility of a solution before committing to it.

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Xuan

2 months ago

I think an architecture spike is C) A small development activity to learn about technical elements of a proposed solution.

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