CAPM Agile Frameworks and Methodologies Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are core values of the Agile Manifesto?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is that PMI often tests candidates by presenting the exact opposite of a Manifesto value (e.g., 'Following a plan over responding to change') as a plausible option, exploiting the common misconception that Agile means 'no planning' rather than 'adaptive planning.'
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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Individuals and interactions over processes and tools.
The Agile Manifesto explicitly values 'Individuals and interactions over processes and tools.' This means that while processes and tools are important, the people doing the work and how they communicate take precedence. The Manifesto emphasizes that collaboration and human factors drive project success more than rigid adherence to prescribed procedures.
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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Individuals and interactions over processes and tools.
Why this is correct
This is one of the four values.
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Responding to change over following a plan.
Why this is correct
This is one of the four values.
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Following a plan over responding to change.
Why it's wrong here
This is the opposite of the value.
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Working software over comprehensive documentation.
Why this is correct
This is one of the four values.
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Contract negotiation over customer collaboration.
Why it's wrong here
The correct value is customer collaboration over contract negotiation.
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