CAPM Agile Frameworks and Methodologies Practice Question
A Scrum Master notices the daily stand-up meetings are consistently running over the 15-minute timebox and becoming unproductive. What should the Scrum Master do?
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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Enforce the 15-minute timebox strictly.
The Scrum Master is responsible for facilitating Scrum events and ensuring they stay within their timeboxes. Enforcing the 15-minute timebox (D) is the most direct and appropriate action to keep the stand-up focused and productive. Option A (making stand-ups optional) would reduce participation and collaboration, not address the timebox issue. Option B (written status reports) removes the interactive, collaborative nature of the stand-up. Option C (canceling stand-ups and replacing with email) eliminates the event entirely, losing its value. Therefore, D is correct.
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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Make daily stand-ups optional for team members.
Why it's wrong here
Attendance should be encouraged, not optional, to maintain alignment.
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Ask team members to submit written status reports instead.
Why it's wrong here
This reduces collaboration and real-time problem solving.
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Cancel the daily stand-up and replace with email updates.
Why it's wrong here
Removing the ceremony loses the opportunity for daily coordination.
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Enforce the 15-minute timebox strictly.
Why this is correct
Timeboxing ensures the meeting stays focused and efficient.
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