SSM Supporting ART Events Practice Question
A Scrum Master is facilitating the preparation for an upcoming System Demo. The ART wants to ensure the demo effectively supports the Inspect and Adapt event. Which TWO actions should the Scrum Master take to help the ART achieve this goal? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is assuming that individual team demos or random ordering suffice, when the System Demo requires deliberate integration and preparation.
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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Coordinate with the Release Train Engineer to define a consistent demo environment and data set.
The System Demo should showcase an integrated solution, and preparation is key. Coordinating a consistent demo environment with the RTE and facilitating a pre-demo dry run are two actions that help teams identify and resolve integration issues early. These steps ensure the demo runs smoothly and provides meaningful input for the Inspect and Adapt event, enabling the ART to inspect the actual solution and adapt effectively.
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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Ensure that each team demonstrates only their individual features without integration.
Why it's wrong here
Demonstrating individual features without integration defeats the purpose of the System Demo, which is to show a working, integrated solution. The Scrum Master should promote integration across teams to provide a holistic view. Isolated demos prevent the ART from assessing the true state of the solution and identifying cross-team issues, undermining the inspect and adapt process.
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Instruct teams to present their features in a random order to simulate real-world usage.
Why it's wrong here
Random ordering of features does not contribute to a coherent System Demo. The demo should follow a logical flow that reflects end-to-end business scenarios, making it easier for stakeholders to understand the value delivered. The Scrum Master should help teams sequence the demo to tell a story, not randomize it, which could confuse the audience and obscure the integrated solution's value.
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Coordinate with the Release Train Engineer to define a consistent demo environment and data set.
Why this is correct
A consistent demo environment and data set are crucial for a meaningful System Demo. The Scrum Master can work with the RTE to ensure all teams use the same environment, reducing integration issues during the demo. This preparation allows the ART to focus on inspecting the solution's behavior and gathering feedback, rather than troubleshooting setup problems.
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Facilitate a pre-demo dry run to identify and resolve integration issues before the actual demo.
Why this is correct
A pre-demo dry run allows teams to identify integration issues and address them before the actual System Demo. The Scrum Master can facilitate this by scheduling a practice session, ensuring all teams are prepared. This proactive approach reduces the risk of technical glitches during the demo and enables a smoother, more informative inspect and adapt session for the ART.
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Encourage teams to demonstrate only completed stories that have passed all tests.
Why it's wrong here
While demonstrating tested stories is good, focusing only on completed stories may exclude partially integrated features that are critical for the System Demo. The demo should show the current state of the integrated solution, including any known limitations, to facilitate honest inspection. The Scrum Master should encourage transparency about what is working and what is not, rather than limiting the demo to only fully tested items.
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