PMP Practice Question 588 - Process
A project team is conducting sprint planning. Based on the estimated effort, only 95% of the items included in the sprint may be delivered. The product owner asks the project manager for advice on how to prioritize the backlog items. What should be used to prioritize the backlog items?
- ✓ Correct A.Business value
- B.Estimation accuracy
- C.Technical complexity
- D.Risk to delivery
Correct answer: A
Explanation
During sprint planning, when only 95% of items can be delivered, backlog items should be prioritized based on business value. This ensures the most valuable features are developed first, providing immediate benefits and enabling early stakeholder feedback. Business value aligns the team's efforts with organizational strategy and stakeholder needs. Estimation accuracy (B) relates to planning reliability, not prioritization. Technical complexity (C) may inform effort estimates but should not drive priority. Risk to delivery (D) is a consideration but secondary to the fundamental question of which items deliver the most business value.
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