PK0-005 Tools and Documentation Practice Question
During a sprint review, the product owner notices that the team has completed 30 story points, but the burndown chart shows an upward trend. What is the most likely cause?
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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Additional scope was added to the sprint
A burndown chart tracks remaining work. An upward trend indicates that new work has been added, increasing the remaining effort.
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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The team underestimated the velocity
Why it's wrong here
Underestimating velocity would show a slower decline, not an upward trend.
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The sprint duration was extended
Why it's wrong here
Extending the sprint does not cause an upward trend; remaining work would still decrease over time.
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Additional scope was added to the sprint
Why this is correct
Correct: Adding scope increases remaining work, shown as an upward burndown trend.
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The team is working faster than planned
Why it's wrong here
Working faster would decrease remaining work, causing a downward trend.
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