FC0-U71 Software Development Concepts Practice Question
A development team is adopting Scrum. Which TWO roles are defined in the Scrum framework? (Select the two correct answers.)
⚠ Common exam trap
FC0-U71 often tests whether candidates can distinguish Scrum's three defined accountabilities from traditional IT roles like Project Manager or Business Analyst that do not exist in Scrum.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Scrum Master
Option A, Scrum Master, is correct because Scrum formally defines this role to serve the team by facilitating Scrum events, removing impediments, and coaching the organization on Scrum practices. Option B, Product Owner, is correct because Scrum defines this role as accountable for maximizing product value and managing the Product Backlog, including ordering items and ensuring the team understands them. Together, the Scrum Master and Product Owner are two of the three official Scrum accountabilities, alongside the Developers. Option C, Business Analyst, is not a defined Scrum role; such responsibilities may exist but are not part of the framework. Option D, Quality Assurance Lead, is likewise not a Scrum-defined role, as quality is a shared team responsibility. Option E, Project Manager, is not a Scrum role, since Scrum distributes management responsibilities among the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Developers rather than using a traditional project manager.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Scrum Master
Why this is correct
Scrum defines three accountabilities, and the Scrum Master is one: accountable for establishing Scrum as defined in the Scrum Guide, coaching the team and removing impediments. This satisfies the stem's requirement for a defined Scrum role, unlike titles such as project manager or product owner's proxy.
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Product Owner
Why this is correct
The Product Owner is one of Scrum's three defined accountabilities, responsible for maximising product value and managing the Product Backlog. This satisfies the stem's requirement for a formally defined Scrum role, distinguishing it from peripheral positions such as testers or architects that teams adopt but Scrum itself does not prescribe.
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Business Analyst
Why it's wrong here
Scrum defines only three accountabilities: Product Owner, Scrum Master and Developers. Business Analyst is not one, though the Developers may perform analysis. It is tempting because analysts contribute requirements, but that work sits inside the Developers' accountability rather than a separate Scrum role.
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Quality Assurance Lead
Why it's wrong here
Scrum defines three accountabilities: Product Owner, Scrum Master and Developers. Quality Assurance Lead is not one; quality is built in by the Developers. It is tempting because testing matters, but Scrum assigns that work to the Developers rather than a separate QA role.
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Project Manager
Why it's wrong here
Scrum defines three accountabilities: Product Owner, Scrum Master and Developers. Project Manager is absent; the Scrum Master serves the team rather than managing it. It is tempting because projects need coordination, but that responsibility is distributed across the three Scrum accountabilities instead.
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