Important Scaled Agile SAFe-SPC Exam Questions

Answer: B

Explanation:

According to SAFe 6.0, ''The Product Owner is the content authority for the team backlog. They are responsible for defining Stories and prioritizing the team backlog to streamline the execution of program priorities while maintaining the conceptual and technical integrity of the Features or components the team is responsible for.'' The Scrum Master/Team Coach facilitates team events and removes impediments, but does not own content decisions. Product Manager and System Architect provide input and guidance but are not the content authority at the team level.

SAFe 6.0, ''Product Owner'' article

SPC 6.0 Practice Guide, ''Establishing Team and Technical Agility'' module

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Answer: C

Explanation:

SAFe Principle #3, ''Assume variability; preserve options,'' addresses this scenario directly. The change agent should coach decision makers on the value of maintaining flexibility in scope and design, rather than committing up-front to detailed plans. This principle helps reduce risk and ensures better outcomes as new information emerges.

SAFe 6.0, ''SAFe Principles'' (Principle #3)

SPC 6.0 Guide, ''Leading the Change'' and ''Coaching Change Agents''

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Enabler Features are used to extend the Architectural Runway and/or address Nonfunctional Requirements (NFRs). They can do both simultaneously, as enablers provide the necessary infrastructure, tooling, or compliance support to both functional and nonfunctional solution needs.

SAFe 6.0 Website: Enabler

SPC 6.0 Guide: ''Enabler Features can support runway and NFRs at the same time.''

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Answer: D

Explanation:

At the end of day one of PI Planning, a management review and problem-solving meeting is held. During this meeting, management reviews the teams' draft plans and makes any necessary changes to ensure alignment and address issues such as scope, resources, and dependencies before teams finalize their plans on day two.

SAFe 6.0, ''PI Planning'' (Management Review and Problem-Solving)

SPC 6.0 Guide, ''Launching an Agile Release Train''

Answer: A

Explanation:

The Solution Train Engineer (STE) is the servant leader and coach who facilitates and guides the work of all ARTs within a Solution Train (which aligns with the Value Stream). The STE is responsible for coordination between multiple ARTs, similar to how the Release Train Engineer (RTE) operates at the ART level.

SAFe 6.0, ''Solution Train Engineer'' role article

SPC 6.0 Guide, ''Designing the Implementation''

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