PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) Practice Exam

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What do Agile teams strive to avoid at the end of a project?

  1. Team burnout due to crunch time

  2. Stakeholder disengagement from the project

  3. Insufficient testing on user stories

  4. Poor communication among team members

The correct answer is: Team burnout due to crunch time

Agile teams focus on sustainability and maintaining a healthy work-life balance for their members. By striving to avoid team burnout, they aim to create an environment where team members can consistently contribute their best work throughout the project. Burnout often occurs when teams face excessive pressure or engage in "crunch time," which can lead to decreased productivity, low morale, and high turnover rates. In Agile methodologies, particularly those that practice iterations and continuous delivery, it is essential to maintain a steady pace to ensure that the team remains motivated and engaged over the long term. The other choices highlight important issues but are not the primary focus of what Agile teams actively strive to avoid at the end of a project. For example, while stakeholder disengagement and insufficient testing are concerns that can impact project success, the emphasis on avoiding burnout directly aligns with Agile principles that prioritize sustainable development and respect for individuals. Poor communication can certainly hinder a project, but Agile practices encourage open communication and interaction as integral parts of their workflow, making it less of a specific concern at the project's conclusion.