SSM Supporting ART Events Practice Question
The Coach Sync (formerly Scrum of Scrums) and the PO Sync are two vital ART synchronization events. Which TWO statements accurately describe the focus of the Coach Sync? (Choose 2)
⚠ Common exam trap
A major trap is confusing the PO Sync (content/scope) with the Coach Sync (process/execution). Many candidates assume the Coach Sync is where scope changes are decided.
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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Gaining visibility into progress and impediments across the train
The Coach Sync focuses on the execution and health of the Agile Release Train. It is a meeting for Scrum Masters and the RTE to discuss progress, dependencies, and impediments. Unlike the PO Sync, which focuses on content and priority, the Coach Sync ensures the process is working and the teams are collaborating 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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Reviewing and adjusting the Feature priorities in the Program Backlog
Why it's wrong here
Feature prioritization and backlog refinement are the primary focuses of the PO Sync, not the Coach Sync. The PO Sync involves Product Management and Product Owners who make decisions about the 'what' and 'when' of the work, rather than the 'how' of the execution.
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Gaining visibility into progress and impediments across the train
Why this is correct
The Coach Sync provides a platform for Scrum Masters to share their team's status and highlight any blockers that require help from the RTE or other teams. This visibility is essential for maintaining the flow of value and ensuring that the train stays on track.
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Demonstrating newly completed Features to the Business Owners
Why it's wrong here
Feature demonstrations occur during the System Demo, which is a separate event intended for a broader audience including stakeholders. The Coach Sync is a tactical coordination meeting for the ART's internal leadership and is not intended for formal product demonstrations or stakeholder reviews.
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Coordinating dependencies between teams and the ART
Why this is correct
A primary goal of the Coach Sync is to manage the 'red strings' or dependencies that exist between teams. By discussing these regularly, Scrum Masters can ensure that work is sequenced correctly and that no team is left waiting on another without a clear plan.
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Determining the Business Value for the team's PI Objectives
Why it's wrong here
Business Value is assigned by Business Owners during the PI Planning event itself, specifically during the final plan review. It is not a topic for the Coach Sync, which happens during the execution phase of the PI to monitor the progress of those already-valued objectives.
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