PMP Practice Question 1926 - People
A team member is openly criticized by others during a standup meeting for failing to complete yesterday's tasks. What should the agile coach do first to address the situation?
- A.Address the team members involved during the next sprint retrospective.
- B.Avoid the discussion by referring to the team charter.
- ✓ Correct C.Emphasize the ground rules and then focus on today ' s activities and impediments.
- D.Let the discussion go on as it is important that the team is clear on priorities for theday.
Correct answer: C
Explanation
When a team member is publicly criticized during a standup, the agile coach should intervene immediately. The coach should reinforce meeting ground rules—mutual respect, supportive behavior, and focus on the work—then redirect the team's attention to current activities and impediments. This prevents conflict escalation, maintains a positive team atmosphere, and keeps the team progressing. Letting the discussion continue, deferring to the retrospective, or avoiding the issue by referencing the team charter are all ineffective responses that may ignore, postpone, or evade the problem.
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