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Scaled Agile SAFe-SASM Exam - Topic 2 Question 17 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scaled Agile's SAFe-SASM exam

Question #: 17
Topic #: 2

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Which statement is true about refactoring code?

AIt is represented in prioritized backlog items used to build the Architecture Runway

BIt involves small changes that keep the code's external behavior intact

CIt increases technical debt

DIt changes the system's functionality

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Suggested Answer: A

An effective Agile Team focuses on delivering value by reliably deploying features that meet customer needs.

Value Delivery: The primary measure of success for an Agile team is the continuous delivery of valuable, working software.

Customer Focus: Teams work collaboratively to understand and deliver what is most valuable to customers.

Incremental Progress: Regularly delivering increments of the product that are potentially shippable ensures continuous feedback and improvement.

This characteristic emphasizes the Agile principle of delivering working software frequently, with a focus on customer value.

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SAFe Advanced Scrum Master Training Material, Chapter on Agile Teams.

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Nicolette

7 months ago

Is it really true that it keeps external behavior intact?

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Elenore

8 months ago

Small changes are key, B is spot on!

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Allene

8 months ago

Wait, I thought refactoring changed functionality?

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Leanora

8 months ago

I disagree, refactoring doesn't increase technical debt.

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Chau

8 months ago

B is definitely the right answer!

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Brandon

9 months ago

I’m confused about option D because I thought refactoring shouldn't change functionality. I might need to think this through a bit more.

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Mabel

9 months ago

I feel like I’ve seen questions about technical debt before, but I don’t think refactoring increases it. That makes me lean away from option C.

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Leonor

9 months ago

I remember we discussed how refactoring should keep the external behavior the same, which sounds like option B again.

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Louvenia

9 months ago

I think refactoring is about making small changes, so maybe option B is correct? But I'm not entirely sure.

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Tricia

9 months ago

Refactoring, huh? I remember learning about that in class, but the details are a bit fuzzy. I'll try to eliminate the obviously wrong answers first, then focus on the remaining options.

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Lizbeth

9 months ago

Okay, let me see. Refactoring is about making changes to the code without changing its external behavior, right? I think option B sounds like the correct answer, but I'll review the other choices just to be sure.

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Josefa

9 months ago

Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. I know refactoring involves improving the code's internal structure, but I'm not 100% sure about the details. I'll have to think it through carefully.

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Samira

9 months ago

This looks like a straightforward question about refactoring. I'm pretty confident I know the answer, but I'll double-check my understanding just to be sure.

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Janessa

1 year ago

Haha, nice one Adolph! But in all seriousness, I'm pretty sure option B is the right answer here. Refactoring is all about making the code cleaner and more efficient, not changing its functionality.

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Izetta

1 year ago

Absolutely, refactoring is essential for maintaining code quality and readability.

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Justine

1 year ago

That's right, making small changes to improve the code's structure is the essence of refactoring.

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Marti

1 year ago

I agree, option B is correct. Refactoring is about improving the code without altering its behavior.

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Adolph

1 year ago

Hold on, did someone say 'technical debt'? That's my favorite kind of debt! *wink wink*

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Nohemi

1 year ago

I agree with Nichelle. Refactoring is a crucial practice to keep the codebase maintainable and reduce technical debt over time.

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Delpha

1 year ago

B) Yes, it helps in improving code quality and readability.

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Nenita

1 year ago

A) It is represented in prioritized backlog items used to build the Architecture Runway

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Nan

1 year ago

B) I think refactoring is essential for code maintenance.

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Krystal

1 year ago

A) It involves small changes that keep the code's external behavior intact

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Nichelle

1 year ago

Hmm, I think option B is the correct answer. Refactoring is all about improving the internal structure of the code without changing its external behavior.

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Renea

1 year ago

I think option B is the best answer. Refactoring is about making small improvements to the code without altering its functionality.

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Wilburn

1 year ago

Yes, option B is the right choice. It helps in making the code more readable and maintainable.

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Johana

1 year ago

I agree, option B is correct. Refactoring is essential for maintaining code quality.

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Gearldine

1 year ago

I disagree. I think the answer is C) It increases technical debt because it can introduce new bugs if not done carefully.

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Nobuko

1 year ago

I agree with Helene. Refactoring code is about improving the internal structure without changing the external behavior.

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Helene

1 year ago

I think the answer is B) It involves small changes that keep the code's external behavior intact.

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