DAF Foundations OF Lean Practice Question
If you observe a high rate of 'blocked' items on your Kanban board, what is the most appropriate action?
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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Swarm on the blocked item to clear the impediment immediately.
Blocking indicates an external dependency or an issue that requires immediate swarming to resolve.
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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Remove the blocked items from the board.
Why it's wrong here
Hiding the problem does not solve it.
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Wait until the next daily stand-up to discuss the blocks.
Why it's wrong here
Wait time is waste; address blocks immediately.
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Swarm on the blocked item to clear the impediment immediately.
Why this is correct
Clearing blocks is essential for maintaining flow.
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Start new work to keep the developers busy.
Why it's wrong here
Starting new work increases WIP and hurts flow.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official PMI exam blueprint
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