SAFE Product Ownerproduct Manager POPM · Free Practice Question Easy
Question 8
How are Features prioritized in the ART backlog?
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A
By the Scrum Master based on team capacity
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B
By the System Architect based on technical considerations
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C
By the Business Owner based on the program priorities
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D
By the Product Manger based on the Vision and the Roadmap
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
In SAFe, Features are prioritized by the Product Manger based on the Vision and the Roadmaps. The PM is responsible for the ART backlog and to achieve the vision goals, and they work with the Product Owner to prioritize the Features that will help to achieve those goals.
The Scrum Master does not prioritize Features in SAFe. The Scrum Master is responsible for facilitating the team and helping them to deliver the Features that have been prioritized by the Business Owner.
The System Architect does not prioritize Features in SAFe. The System Architect is responsible for designing and architecting the system, but they do not have the authority to prioritize Features.
The Business Owner may have some input into the prioritization of Features, but the final decision is made by the Product Manager. This is because the he is ultimately responsible for the maintaining the ART backlog, and they need to make sure that the Features that are prioritized are aligned with the business goals.
The Features are prioritized based on the following criteria:
Business value: The Features that have the highest business value are prioritized first.
Risk: The Features that have the highest risk are prioritized last.
Dependencies: The Features that are dependent on other Features are prioritized together.
Technical feasibility: The Features that are technically feasible are prioritized first.
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