Match each project management methodology to its characteristic.
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Sequential phases with little iteration
Iterative and incremental delivery
Time-boxed sprints with daily standups
Visual workflow with WIP limits
Process-based with defined roles
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
Waterfall: Sequential phases with distinct stages such as requirements, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
Waterfall uses sequential phases; Agile is iterative and flexible; Scrum is an Agile framework with sprints; Kanban visualizes workflow with WIP limits. Common confusions: swapping Kanban with Agile, or describing Waterfall as iterative.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Waterfall: Sequential phases with distinct stages such as requirements, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
Why this is correct
Waterfall is a linear sequential model where each phase must be completed before moving to the next.
Agile: Visual management of work in progress with limits on simultaneous tasks.
Why it's wrong here
This describes Kanban, not Agile. Agile is an iterative approach emphasizing flexibility and customer feedback.
Scrum: A framework using fixed-length sprints, daily stand-ups, and defined roles like Scrum Master and Product Owner.
Why this is correct
Scrum is an Agile framework that organizes work into sprints and includes ceremonies and roles.
Kanban: A pull-based system focused on visualizing workflow, limiting work in progress, and managing flow.
Why this is correct
Kanban uses a board to visualize tasks and limits WIP to improve efficiency.
Agile: Iterative development with frequent delivery of small increments and continuous customer involvement.
Why this is correct
Agile promotes iterative cycles, adaptive planning, and collaboration with stakeholders.
Waterfall: Iterative cycles with frequent reassessment and adaptation.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — Waterfall is not iterative; this describes Agile or other iterative methodologies.
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