Certified Scrum Trainer (CST) Practice Test

Question 1

What is the primary advantage of using story points rather than hours for estimating in Scrum?

They satisfy stakeholder reporting requirements more efficiently They enable relative estimation that is team-specific and avoids time-pressure anchoring They align with PMI estimation standards for project management They allow the Product Owner to assign work to individual developers

Correct Answer:

They enable relative estimation that is team-specific and avoids time-pressure anchoring

Question 2

Why does Planning Poker typically use a Fibonacci-like sequence (1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13) rather than a linear scale?

The Scrum Guide mandates this sequence for all estimation activities The sequence ensures no single story can exceed one Sprint in duration The increasing gaps reflect growing uncertainty in larger estimates It was chosen because all Agile coaches agreed it produces the most accurate results

Correct Answer:

The increasing gaps reflect growing uncertainty in larger estimates

Question 3

During Planning Poker, two team members consistently submit very different estimates. What is the BEST action for the Scrum Master to take?

Average the two estimates and record the result to keep the session moving Ask the higher estimator to lower their card to avoid inflating velocity Facilitate a discussion so both team members share their reasoning Escalate to the Product Owner to cast the deciding vote

Correct Answer:

Facilitate a discussion so both team members share their reasoning

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a well-formed User Story?

A detailed specification document reviewed and approved by the Product Owner A short, simple description of a feature from the perspective of the person who desires it A technical task assigned to a specific developer in the Sprint Backlog A Scrum artifact that replaces the traditional requirements document

Correct Answer:

A short, simple description of a feature from the perspective of the person who desires it

Question 5

What does the 'I' in the INVEST acronym for well-formed User Stories stand for?

Integrated Important Independent Incremental

Correct Answer:

Independent

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