What part of the capacity of the Development Team does Product Backlog refinement usually consume?

The correct answer is A. Not more than 10%. According to the Scrum Guide, Product Backlog refinement usually consumes no more than 10% of the capacity of the Development Team. This activity includes adding detail, estimates, and order to Product Backlog items. It is an ongoing process, not a formal Scrum event, and the…

Submitted by jaden.t· Apr 18, 2026Understanding and Applying the Scrum Framework

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ANot more than 10%
BNot more than 20%
CNot more than 5%
DThe Development Team is not authorized for Product Backlog refinement

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A
87% (41)
B
6% (3)
C
2% (1)
D
4% (2)

Explanation

According to the Scrum Guide, Product Backlog refinement usually consumes no more than 10% of the capacity of the Development Team. This activity includes adding detail, estimates, and order to Product Backlog items. It is an ongoing process, not a formal Scrum event, and the Development Team performs this work in collaboration with the Product Owner. The 10% cap ensures that refinement doesn't crowd out actual development work during the Sprint.

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#Product Backlog Refinement#Development Team Capacity#Scrum Guide#Scrum Activities

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