PMI-ACP Practice Questions #33
Which of the following statements is NOT true about ScrumBan?
A. ScrumBan combines Scrum for structure and Kanban for process improvement.
B. Work is visualized on Kanban boards, with stories managed using Work In Process (WIP) limits.
C. It was initially designed as a transition framework from Scrum to Kanban.
D. ScrumBan has additional roles like Project Manager and Architect
Analysis
The question asks which of the given statements is NOT true about ScrumBan. This means we need to evaluate each option carefully to identify the one statement that is incorrect, while ensuring that the others align with ScrumBan principles. ScrumBan is a hybrid Agile framework that combines the structure of Scrum with the flow-based approach of Kanban, focusing on continuous delivery and process efficiency.
Analysis of Options
A: ScrumBan combines Scrum for structure and Kanban for process improvement.
This statement is true. ScrumBan leverages Scrum’s structure, such as iteration planning and team collaboration, while using Kanban’s process improvement techniques, like continuous flow, WIP limits, and visual boards. The goal of ScrumBan is to reduce inefficiencies and provide flexibility while maintaining a structured approach. Since this is an accurate description of ScrumBan, this is not the correct answer to eliminate.
B: Work is visualized on Kanban boards, with stories managed using Work In Process (WIP) limits.
This statement is also true, but with a slight nuance. ScrumBan does rely on Kanban boards for visualizing work and implements WIP limits to optimize flow and prevent overloading the team. While the term “stories” is mentioned here, ScrumBan does not restrict work items to only stories—it can manage tasks, defects, epics, and other work types. However, this does not make the statement false; rather, it is a slight overgeneralization. Since there is a more clearly incorrect option, this is not the correct answer to eliminate.
C: It was initially designed as a transition framework from Scrum to Kanban.
This statement is true. ScrumBan was originally designed as a stepping stone for teams moving from Scrum to Kanban. Many teams that find Scrum too restrictive but are not ready for full Kanban adoption use ScrumBan as a middle ground, allowing them to maintain Scrum ceremonies while gradually adopting Kanban flow practices. Since this aligns with the history of ScrumBan, this is not the correct answer to eliminate.
D: ScrumBan has additional roles like Project Manager and Architect.
This statement is false. ScrumBan does not introduce new roles beyond those in Scrum. It typically retains existing Scrum roles, such as Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Development Team. There is no role like Project Manager or Architect that ScrumBan mandates. Since this is not a characteristic of ScrumBan, this is the correct answer to the question.
Conclusion
The best answer is Option D because ScrumBan does not introduce additional roles like Project Manager or Architect. Instead, it relies on Scrum roles while adopting Kanban’s continuous improvement practices.
This question is a good example of how PMI-ACP exams test knowledge of Agile frameworks beyond just Scrum, requiring familiarity with hybrid models like ScrumBan and their key characteristics.
PMI – ACP Exam Content Outline Mapping
| Domain | Task |
| Mindset | Embrace Agile Mindset |
Topics Covered:
- ScrumBan as a hybrid approach combining Scrum’s structure with Kanban’s process flow.
- Visualization of work using Kanban boards and Work In Process (WIP) limits.
- ScrumBan roles – it does not introduce additional roles like Project Manager or Architect.
- Continuous improvement and efficiency through Kanban principles within Scrum teams.
- Agile frameworks beyond Scrum – understanding how ScrumBan differs from Scrum and Kanban individually.
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