During a daily stand up, the tester engages the developer in a discussion about what will be tested during unit testing versus regression testing. What should the scrum master do?

The correct answer is A. Ask the tester and developer to discuss it after the meeting, since it is not a part of the daily stand. Another antipattern typically seen in standups is that the team begins to solve problems as they become apparent. Standups are for realizing there are problems - not for solving them. Add the issues to a parking lot, and then create another meeting, which might be right after…

Submitted by andreas_gr· Apr 18, 2026Agile Principles and Mindset

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AAsk the tester and developer to discuss it after the meeting, since it is not a part of the daily stand
BEncourage the discussion to resolve impediments.
CAfter the meeting, escalate this issue to the tester's supervisor to ensure that this does not
DAsk more questions about the testing techniques to obtain clarification on team efforts for quality

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A
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B
11% (6)
C
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D
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Explanation

Another antipattern typically seen in standups is that the team begins to solve problems as they become apparent. Standups are for realizing there are problems - not for solving them. Add the issues to a parking lot, and then create another meeting, which might be right after the standup, and solve problems there

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