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A Scrum Master observes that the Developers are consistently performing tasks in isolation, rarely collaborating or helping each other, even when one member is struggling. This often leads to bottlenecks and missed Sprint Goals. Which Scrum Value is most directly lacking within this Scrum Team?
- ACourage
- BOpenness
- CRespect
- DCommitment
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Correct answer: C. Respect
If Developers are working in isolation and not helping each other, it suggests a lack of mutual respect for each other's capabilities and contributions to the team's success. Respect in Scrum includes valuing each other as capable, independent people and working together effectively.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Courage might be needed to ask for help, but the core issue is the lack of mutual support and valuation.
- B. Openness might be affected if they don't share struggles, but the root is not valuing collaboration.
- D. Commitment to the Sprint Goal is undermined, but the underlying value issue is lack of respect for teammates.
Scrum Value: Respect
Scrum Team members respect each other to be capable, independent people, and they respect the Scrum Master as a person.
- Fosters a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Encourages helping each other and sharing knowledge.
- Essential for self-organizing and cross-functional teams.
Memory trick: Respect each other's talents to build a strong team.