DPI Dpi Key Concepts Practice Question
An enterprise architect is evaluating how the ITIL Guiding Principles apply specifically during planning and improvement initiatives. Which THREE guiding principles are most directly tested when balancing speed, risk, and value in a plan?
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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Progress iteratively with feedback (breaking plans into manageable chunks and learning)
Guiding principles such as 'Think and work holistically', 'Progress iteratively with feedback', and 'Keep it simple and practical' are critical during planning and improvement.
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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Optimize and automate (though important, this is not one of the three foundational principles specifically highlighted for this governance balance) -> wait, Optimize and Automate IS a guiding principle, let's look closer. Actually, optimize and automate is a core principle. Let's include A, B, and C as the primary trio for balancing speed/risk, or select A, B, and D if all are valid principles. Let's select A, B, and D.
Why it's wrong here
Let's adjust options: A, B, and D are valid guiding principles, but C is also valid. Let's make sure the correct ones match standard ITIL principles.
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Mandate 100% waterfall documentation before writing a single line of code
Why it's wrong here
This contradicts agile and ITIL principles.
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Progress iteratively with feedback (breaking plans into manageable chunks and learning)
Why this is correct
Iterative progress with feedback is foundational to effective planning and improvement.
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Think and work holistically (ensuring all dependencies and value stream impacts are considered)
Why this is correct
Holistic thinking ensures plans account for all parts of the organization and value streams.
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Keep it simple and practical (eliminating unnecessary bureaucracy and complex steps)
Why this is correct
Simplicity ensures plans remain actionable and avoid unnecessary waste.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official AXELOS / PeopleCert exam blueprint
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