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PSM-II · Question #94

The Scrum Master is no longer needed when teams become self-organized.

The correct answer is B. False. False (B) is correct because the Scrum Master role remains essential even as teams mature into self-organization - the role simply evolves rather than disappears. A self-organizing team still benefits from a Scrum Master who removes impediments, protects the team from external…

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Question

The Scrum Master is no longer needed when teams become self-organized.

Options

  • ATrue
  • BFalse

How the community answered

(32 responses)
  • A
    13% (4)
  • B
    88% (28)

Explanation

False (B) is correct because the Scrum Master role remains essential even as teams mature into self-organization - the role simply evolves rather than disappears. A self-organizing team still benefits from a Scrum Master who removes impediments, protects the team from external interference, coaches on Scrum principles, and facilitates continuous improvement.

Why A is wrong: Self-organization is a goal Scrum Masters actively help teams achieve and sustain, not a finish line after which they become redundant. Even high-performing teams encounter organizational friction, process drift, and new challenges that benefit from a Scrum Master's attention.

Memory tip: Think of the Scrum Master like a coach of a championship sports team - winning the title doesn't mean the coach is fired. The team still needs someone to maintain discipline, develop talent, and keep external distractions at bay.

Topics

#Scrum Master role#self-organization#continuous improvement#coaching

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