Given a scenario, choose the DA-guided option: assess your context, pick the process goal, and select the most fitting practice from its options. The single most important thing is recognizing that DA offers choices, not one mandated way of working.
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This domain covers Disciplined Agile's foundational mindset and the process-decision framework that replaces prescriptive scaling recipes. Questions present a team or enterprise scenario and ask you to choose the DA-aligned option: guided continuous improvement, choice via the DA tool kit, and principles over fixed methods. Expect situational judgment, not recall of ceremonies or role names.
Exam objectives
Selecting the best-fit DA process goal and applying its options to a multi-team coordination scenario
Choosing how DA addresses technical debt through guided continuous improvement rather than a fixed rule
Identifying the first step when scaling agile: assess context and choose a way of working, not adopt a framework
Applying DA stakeholder guidance: collaborate continuously, involve them in decisions, and keep them informed
Treating DA as a prescriptive method with mandated ceremonies or roles, when it is a choice-driven tool kit
Assuming scaling starts with a framework rollout instead of understanding the team's context and current state
Handling technical debt with a blanket policy rather than making it visible and choosing context-appropriate options
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What is the primary purpose of the 'Disciplined Agile' toolkit?
2You notice your team's velocity is inconsistent. How should you apply the 'Optimize Flow' principle?
3Which layer of the DA framework is responsible for aligning team efforts with the overall enterprise strategy?
4A team is having trouble delivering value because they lack clear roles. Which DA process goal addresses role definition?
5Your team is struggling with frequent context switching. As a Disciplined Agile practitioner, which process blade would you consult to better manage your work flow?
6Your organization is transitioning to a more agile governance model. Which approach should you adopt to ensure effective decision-making?
7You are assessing team performance. Which DA concept emphasizes that there is no 'one size fits all' approach?
8Which DA principle supports the idea that teams should improve their process incrementally?
9Your team needs to scale their agile efforts. What should be your first step according to DA?
10What is the role of 'Enterprise Awareness' in the DA toolkit?
11When applying the DA 'Choose Your WoW' tool, which factor is most important?
12Your organization is struggling with siloed teams. How does DA suggest breaking these silos?
13Which of the following is a core DA principle?
14You are working in a regulated environment. Which aspect of DA allows you to maintain compliance while staying agile?
15If a team is using the 'Agile' lifecycle, what is their primary focus?
16In the DA toolkit, what does 'WoW' stand for?
17How does DA handle technical debt?
18What is the relationship between Portfolio Management and the Team layer in DA?
19Which DA process goal is most relevant when preparing to release a product?
20You are managing a program that spans multiple DA teams. Which process blade helps manage the dependency between these teams?
21A team is transitioning to a 'Lean' lifecycle. What is the most likely change they need to make?
22Why does DA suggest 'Choice is Good'?
23Which of the following is NOT an objective of the 'Improve Process' goal?
24When applying 'Enterprise Awareness', what is the most important consideration for a team?
25Which of these is a valid DA lifecycle?
26You are leading a project with highly complex requirements. Which strategy does DA suggest for 'Explore Initial Scope'?
27What is the role of 'Governance' in DA?
28When dealing with stakeholders, what is the best practice in DA?
29A team needs to improve their quality. Which process blade would provide the best guidance?
30Which TWO of the following are core principles of Disciplined Agile?
31You are a team lead in a DA environment. How do you resolve a conflict regarding technical direction?
32Which TWO of the following are benefits of using the DA toolkit?
33You are analyzing why a project failed to deliver value. Which DA concept should you apply for post-mortem?
34Which TWO of the following are ways to 'Improve Process' in DA?
35Which THREE of the following are considered 'Lean' practices in DA?
36Which process goal is concerned with defining the initial work to be done?
37Which THREE of the following are important aspects of DA Governance?
38Which THREE of the following are components of DA's 'Enterprise Awareness'?
39Why does DA avoid prescriptive workflows?
40Which DA role helps define the architecture?
41In the DA framework, what is the 'Transition' phase primarily focused on?
42What is the primary goal of the 'Form Team' process blade?
43When applying 'Coordinate Activities' across multiple teams, what is the best DA approach?
44A Disciplined Agile team is struggling with frequent interruptions and unclear priorities. The team lead wants to apply the DA principle of 'Delight Customers' to improve focus. Which action best aligns with this principle?
45A newly formed Disciplined Agile team is choosing its way of working. The team wants to adopt a strategy that explicitly supports both agile and lean principles while also allowing for traditional governance and compliance requirements. Which of the following best describes the DA-recommended approach to selecting a lifecycle?
46A Disciplined Agile team is struggling with frequent interruptions and unplanned work. The team lead wants to apply a DA principle to address this. Which of the following actions best reflects the DA principle of 'Deliver value continuously'?
47A Disciplined Agile team is reviewing its approach to governance. The team wants to ensure it is applying DA governance principles correctly. Which TWO of the following are core aspects of DA governance? (Choose two.)
48A Disciplined Agile team is in the early stages of forming. The team members are unsure about their roles and responsibilities. According to DA, what is the most appropriate first step to clarify roles?
49A Disciplined Agile team is working on a complex product and has identified a high degree of uncertainty in the requirements. The team wants to apply the DA principle of 'Deliver value continuously' while managing risk. Which strategy is most aligned with DA for exploring initial scope?
Given a scenario, choose the DA-guided option: assess your context, pick the process goal, and select the most fitting practice from its options. The single most important thing is recognizing that DA offers choices, not one mandated way of working.
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