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AgilePM® v3 Practitioner
42 AgilePM® v3 Practitioner questions with the correct answer and a written explanation, organised across 5 exam domains.
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AgilePM Practices and Techniques
11 questions in this domain
- Question 1Single Choice
What is the primary characteristic of a 'Must Have' requirement in a timebox?
- AIt is on the critical path of the schedule.
- BIt is desirable but not vital.
- CIt is critical; without it the solution is unviable.Correct answer
- DIt is delivered only if time permits.
Why this is the answer
A 'Must Have' is a non-negotiable requirement without which the solution cannot be used. It is not defined by the critical path.
- Question 2Multiple Select
Which of the following are true about the 60% rule for Must Haves? (Select all that apply)
- AMust Haves must not exceed 60% of effort in any timebox.Correct answer
- BThe rule ensures timeboxes are not overloaded.Correct answer
- CIt is a guideline that the Business Sponsor can override.
- DMust Haves can go above 60% if the team works overtime.
Why this is the answer
The 60% rule is mandatory and prevents overcommitment, preserving capacity for Shoulds/Coulds and change.
- Question 3Interactive
Based on the code block, what should the Project Manager do?
- AProceed with the timebox as planned.
- BFacilitate a reprioritization workshop to reclassify some Musts.Correct answer
- CExtend the timebox duration by one week.
- DRemove all Could Haves to free capacity.
Why this is the answer
The Must Haves total 45 points, exceeding 60% of 60 (36). Reprioritization with the Business Sponsor is required.
- Question 4Single Choice
What is the correct interpretation of a 'Won't Have' requirement in MoSCoW prioritization?
- AIt is permanently deleted.
- BIt is deferred to a future timebox.Correct answer
- CIt is optional and can be slipped in.
- DIt is less important than a Could Have.
Why this is the answer
‘Won't Have’ means explicitly postponed, not discarded, to manage stakeholder expectations.
- Question 5Multiple Select
Which two statements about an AgilePM timebox are correct? (Select all that apply)
- AThe end date is fixed and non-negotiable.Correct answer
- BScope is the primary variable that can be adjusted.Correct answer
- CIf work is incomplete, the timebox may be extended.
- DThe timebox facilitator can change the end date.
Why this is the answer
In AgilePM, time is fixed, and scope is flexed via MoSCoW prioritization; the timebox never extends.
- Question 6Interactive
Based on the stand-up notes, what should the facilitator do first?
- AEscalate the blocker to the Project Manager immediately.
- BSuggest pairing B with A to resolve the issue.Correct answer
- CExtend the timebox to accommodate the delay.
- DRemove the blocked requirement from the timebox.
Why this is the answer
The facilitator should first try to resolve the impediment within the team, e.g., through pair work, before escalating.
- Question 7Single Choice
What is the primary purpose of iterative development in AgilePM?
- ATo document all requirements upfront.
- BTo deliver a fully finished solution only at project end.
- CTo produce demonstrable increments through fixed timeboxes, enabling feedback.Correct answer
- DTo reduce stakeholder involvement after the first timebox.
Why this is the answer
Iterative development delivers working increments every timebox, allowing early feedback and continuous alignment.
- Question 8Multiple Select
Which of the following are formal feedback loops in AgilePM? (Select all that apply)
- ADaily stand-upCorrect answer
- BTimebox reviewCorrect answer
- CRetrospectiveCorrect answer
- DWeekly project status report emailed to stakeholders
Why this is the answer
Daily stand-ups, timebox reviews, and retrospectives are formal feedback loops; reports are not part of the AgilePM feedback model.
- Question 9Interactive
Review the PRL snippet and decide how the Project Manager should respond when the team cannot complete all Must Haves.
- AMove S1 to Won't Have and continue.
- BFacilitate a reprioritization session with the Business Sponsor.Correct answer
- CExtend the timebox by one week.
- DInstruct the team to work overtime.
Why this is the answer
If Must Haves cannot be completed within the timebox, reprioritization with the Business Sponsor is required, not scope cuts or time extensions.
- Question 10Single Choice
Who is responsible for keeping a facilitated workshop on time and on agenda?
- ABusiness Sponsor
- BProject Manager
- CFacilitatorCorrect answer
- DScribe
Why this is the answer
The facilitator is the neutral process manager responsible for timeboxing and agenda adherence, not content decisions.
- Question 11Multiple Select
Which activities are mandatory before a facilitated workshop begins? (Select all that apply)
- ADefine the workshop objective and agenda.Correct answer
- BDistribute pre-read materials at least 48 hours in advance.Correct answer
- CInvite all available stakeholders.
- DSelect a neutral facilitator.Correct answer
Why this is the answer
Pre-workshop steps include agenda definition, advance pre-read distribution, and a neutral facilitator. Only decision-makers are invited, not everyone.
Control and Governance in the AgilePM Environment
6 questions in this domain
- Question 12Single Choice
What is the primary responsibility of the Configuration Librarian in an AgilePM project?
- AApprove all change requests to configuration items
- BManage the CM repository and version historyCorrect answer
- CDefine quality acceptance criteria for all products
- DOwn business risk and approve fallback plan
Why this is the answer
The Configuration Librarian is responsible for version control and repository management; the Change Control Board approves changes.
- Question 13Multiple Select
Which of the following are responsibilities of the Business Sponsor in an AgilePM governance framework? (Select two)
- AOwning the Business Case and approving fundingCorrect answer
- BChairing Management Reviews to assess project viabilityCorrect answer
- CManaging the Prioritised Requirements List daily
- DProducing the Highlight Report after each iteration
Why this is the answer
The Business Sponsor owns the Business Case and chairs Management Reviews; the PM produces reports and the Visionary manages requirements.
- Question 14Interactive
A team member executes the command shown in the code block. Which Configuration Management activity does this represent?
- AApproving a change request to a baseline
- BChecking in a Configuration Item with a version updateCorrect answer
- CPerforming a quality review on a deliverable
- DRaising an Exception Report due to a timebox breach
Why this is the answer
The command stores a new version of a document in the repository, typical of Configuration Item check-in and version control.
- Question 15Single Choice
How frequently is the Risk Log reassessed in an AgilePM project?
- AOnly at the start of the project
- BAt every timebox review and delivery cycle endCorrect answer
- COnly when the Project Manager raises an Exception
- DOnce at the end of the project during closure
Why this is the answer
AgilePM reassesses risks continuously, with formal reviews at each timebox and delivery cycle to maintain an updated Risk Log.
- Question 16Multiple Select
Which two statements about the Highlight Report are correct? (Select two)
- AIt is created by the Project Manager at the end of each timebox or periodically.Correct answer
- BIt provides a formal escalation to the Business Sponsor when tolerances are breached.
- CIt includes progress against plan, key achievements, risks, and issues.Correct answer
- DIt is only produced once at the end of the project.
Why this is the answer
The Highlight Report is a periodic status document; the Exception Report escalates tolerance breaches, and it is not a single end-project report.
- Question 17Interactive
Review the Risk Log entry provided in the code block. What essential element is missing according to AgilePM best practice?
- AProximity date
- BA named risk ownerCorrect answer
- CThe MoSCoW category
- DThe Configuration Item ID
Why this is the answer
Every risk in the Risk Log must have an assigned owner responsible for executing the response plan.
Fundamentals and the AgilePM Philosophy
6 questions in this domain
- Question 18Single Choice
What is the primary driver for adopting Agile project management over traditional plan-driven methods?
- ADetailed upfront requirement documentation
- BVolatile business environments and emergent requirementsCorrect answer
- CFixed scope with minimal stakeholder interaction
- DLong delivery cycles with comprehensive testing at the end
Why this is the answer
The AgilePM rationale is based on volatile business environments where requirements change, making iterative value delivery essential.
- Question 19Multiple Select
Which of the following are key concepts of AgilePM? Select all that apply.
- AIterative developmentCorrect answer
- BMoSCoW prioritizationCorrect answer
- CTimeboxingCorrect answer
- DDetailed upfront documentation
Why this is the answer
Iterative development, MoSCoW prioritization, and timeboxing are foundational AgilePM concepts. Detailed upfront documentation is contrary to the framework.
- Question 20Interactive
Refer to the roles table provided. Which role is accountable for the project budget?
- ABusiness SponsorCorrect answer
- BProject Manager
- CTechnical Coordinator
- DTeam Leader
Why this is the answer
In AgilePM, the Business Sponsor owns the Business Case and is accountable for the budget.
- Question 21Single Choice
According to AgilePM philosophy, how does the framework primarily differ from traditional project management?
- AIt eliminates all forms of governance.
- BIt treats change as a competitive advantage rather than a risk.Correct answer
- CIt relies solely on written documentation for communication.
- DIt decouples project success from business value.
Why this is the answer
The AgilePM philosophy embraces change as a competitive advantage, contrasting with traditional methods that often view change as a risk to be mitigated.
- Question 22Multiple Select
Which of the following principles are part of the AgilePM framework? Select all correct options.
- AActive user involvementCorrect answer
- BIterative deliveryCorrect answer
- CTesting only at the end of the project
- DBusiness focus and governanceCorrect answer
Why this is the answer
AgilePM principles include active user involvement, iterative delivery, and business focus. Testing is integrated throughout, not left to the end.
- Question 23Interactive
Refer to the MoSCoW table. Which requirement is categorized as a ‘Could Have’?
- AUser login
- BTransaction history
- CCustomizable dashboardCorrect answer
- DRegulatory compliance checks
Why this is the answer
In the table, ‘Customizable dashboard’ is listed as Could Have, indicating it is a nice‑to‑have feature.
People, Teams, and Roles
8 questions in this domain
- Question 24Single Choice
Which role holds ultimate accountability for project viability and business case approval?
- ABusiness SponsorCorrect answer
- BBusiness Visionary
- CProject Manager
- DTechnical Coordinator
Why this is the answer
The Business Sponsor is accountable for project viability and has final business case approval authority.
- Question 25Multiple Select
Select the two roles that primarily operate at the solution development level.
- AProject Manager
- BTeam LeaderCorrect answer
- CBusiness Sponsor
- DBusiness AnalystCorrect answer
Why this is the answer
The Team Leader and Business Analyst are development-level roles, while the Project Manager and Business Sponsor are project-level.
- Question 26Interactive
A developer sends this email about a technical blocker. Which role should they have contacted first?
- ABusiness Sponsor
- BProject Manager
- CTeam LeaderCorrect answer
- DTechnical Coordinator
Why this is the answer
The Team Leader removes day‑to‑day blockers and facilitates the development team; they are the first escalation point.
- Question 27Single Choice
What decision is an empowered Agile team authorised to make?
- AChange project scope
- BDecide how to complete work inside the timeboxCorrect answer
- CRequest additional budget
- DApprove the business case
Why this is the answer
Empowered teams decide the ‘how’ within the timebox; scope, budget, and business case remain with project-level roles.
- Question 28Multiple Select
Which two factors are essential for building an effective Agile team according to DSDM?
- ACross‑functional compositionCorrect answer
- BIndividual performance bonuses
- CCo‑location of all members
- DTrust and psychological safetyCorrect answer
Why this is the answer
A cross‑functional team and a trust‑based environment are fundamental; individual bonuses and mandatory co‑location are not required.
- Question 29Interactive
This communication plan excerpt violates Agile principles. Which two items should be changed?
- AWeekly 40‑page report to SponsorCorrect answer
- BBi‑weekly Sprint Review demo
- CDaily face‑to‑face stand‑up
- DEmail broadcast of daily statusCorrect answer
Why this is the answer
AgilePM prefers face‑to‑face interactions and information radiators over lengthy reports and impersonal broadcasts.
- Question 30Single Choice
Which role is responsible for defining the solution vision and prioritising features?
- ABusiness Sponsor
- BBusiness VisionaryCorrect answer
- CProject Manager
- DBusiness Analyst
Why this is the answer
The Business Visionary provides the vision for the solution and is the primary decision‑maker for scope and feature priority.
- Question 31Multiple Select
Which two roles are primarily responsible for project‑level governance?
- ABusiness SponsorCorrect answer
- BProject ManagerCorrect answer
- CTeam Leader
- DBusiness Analyst
Why this is the answer
The Business Sponsor ensures viability and strategic alignment; the Project Manager manages the project plan, budget, and risks.
The AgilePM Project Lifecycle and Products
11 questions in this domain
- Question 32Single Choice
During which AgilePM phase is the Prioritised Requirements List (PRL) baselined and approved?
- AFeasibility
- BFoundationsCorrect answer
- CEvolutionary Development
- DDeployment
Why this is the answer
The PRL is a key output of the Foundations phase, where scope is baselined and agreed.
- Question 33Multiple Select
Which of the following are phases in the AgilePM project lifecycle? (Choose all that apply.)
- AFeasibilityCorrect answer
- BInitiation
- CEvolutionary DevelopmentCorrect answer
- DExecution
Why this is the answer
Feasibility and Evolutionary Development are core phases; Initiation and Execution are not AgilePM phase names.
- Question 34Interactive
Refer to the code block. Which role owns the Prioritised Requirements List?
- ABusiness Sponsor
- BProject Manager
- CBusiness AmbassadorCorrect answer
- DTechnical Coordinator
Why this is the answer
The Business Ambassador owns and maintains the PRL, as indicated in the responsibility snippet.
- Question 35Single Choice
What is the primary purpose of the Project Approach Questionnaire (PAQ)?
- APrioritise requirements using MoSCoW
- BDetermine the most appropriate project styleCorrect answer
- CTrack progress within a timebox
- DDocument user acceptance criteria
Why this is the answer
The PAQ assesses factors to recommend the most suitable agile approach for the project context.
- Question 36Multiple Select
Which statements about the AgilePM Business Case are true? (Select all that apply.)
- AIt is owned by the Business Sponsor.Correct answer
- BIt is first produced during Feasibility.Correct answer
- CIt is reassessed at every timebox end.Correct answer
- DIt can be modified by the Project Manager without approval.
Why this is the answer
The Business Sponsor owns the Business Case; it originates in Feasibility and is viability-checked after each timebox.
- Question 37Interactive
Refer to the code showing the lifecycle order. What phase comes after Foundations?
- AFeasibility
- BEvolutionary DevelopmentCorrect answer
- CDeployment
- DPost-project
Why this is the answer
The lifecycle diagram shows Foundations is followed directly by Evolutionary Development.
- Question 38Single Choice
Who makes the final decision to move from Pre-project to Feasibility?
- AProject Manager
- BBusiness Sponsor
- CSenior Responsible OwnerCorrect answer
- DTechnical Coordinator
Why this is the answer
The SRO reviews the initial Business Case and decides whether to proceed to a detailed Feasibility study.
- Question 39Multiple Select
Which of these are outputs of the Foundations phase? (Choose all that apply.)
- APrioritised Requirements ListCorrect answer
- BSolution ArchitectureCorrect answer
- CBusiness Case
- DRisk Log
Why this is the answer
Foundations delivers the PRL and Solution Architecture; the Business Case is refined earlier and a Risk Log is not a named standalone output.
- Question 40Interactive
Based on the code, if time runs short, which requirement should be dropped first?
- AOnline payment
- BLoyalty discounts
- CGift wrappingCorrect answer
- DCryptocurrency
Why this is the answer
MoSCoW prioritisation indicates 'Could' items like gift wrapping are the first to be deferred when time constraints arise.
- Question 41Single Choice
During which phase does the SRO monitor benefits after the team has disbanded?
- APost-projectCorrect answer
- BDeployment
- CEvolutionary Development
- DFoundations
Why this is the answer
Post-project is the standalone phase where the SRO evaluates whether the predicted benefits were achieved.
- Question 42Multiple Select
Which statements correctly describe the Highlight Report? (Select all that apply.)
- AIt is produced at the end of each timebox.Correct answer
- BIt is owned by the Delivery Team.Correct answer
- CIt includes a forecast for the next timebox.Correct answer
- DIt replaces the need for a daily stand-up.
Why this is the answer
The Highlight Report is a timebox-end delivery from the team, containing achievements and a forward look.
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