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CAPM Agile Frameworks and Methodologies Practice Question

During a sprint retrospective, the team identifies that they often spend too much time in daily stand-up meetings. What is the recommended timebox for the daily Scrum in Scrum?

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15 minutes, focused on progress toward the sprint goal

The daily Scrum is timeboxed to 15 minutes regardless of team size. Extending the time would reduce productivity. Adding an agenda or switching to email are not prescribed and would change the event's purpose.

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As long as needed to resolve all blockers
Why it's wrong here
Blockers should be discussed after the daily Scrum; the event itself is timeboxed.
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30 minutes, to allow for detailed discussion
Why it's wrong here
The daily Scrum is a short inspection and adaption event, not a detailed status meeting.
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15 minutes, focused on progress toward the sprint goal
Why this is correct
Scrum guide states the daily Scrum is 15 minutes.
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10 minutes, with a strict agenda
Why it's wrong here
10 minutes is not the standard; 15 is the official timebox.

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CAPM Agile Frameworks and Methodologies Practice Question

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