A research story, considered an exploration style Enabler is called

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• Aspike
• Bslice
• Csmell
• Dstretch task

• A
  88% (44)
• B
  2% (1)
• C
  6% (3)
• D
  4% (2)

Explanation

In SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), a spike is a time-boxed Enabler story specifically designed for research and exploration - used when teams need to investigate a problem, evaluate a technology, or reduce uncertainty before committing to implementation. It answers a question rather than delivering a feature.

Why the distractors are wrong:

• B. Slice - A "vertical slice" refers to delivering a thin, end-to-end piece of functionality; it is not an Enabler type.
• C. Smell - "Code smell" is a software quality concept indicating poor design, entirely unrelated to Enabler story types.
• D. Stretch task - A stretch task is additional backlog work pulled in if a sprint finishes early; it has no connection to exploration or research.

Memory tip: Think of a spike as driving a stake into unknown ground to probe it - just like a geologist uses a spike to test the earth before excavating. You're exploring before you commit.

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