The correct answer is C – Priority list of desired features and functions.
Agile emphasizes customer collaboration and delivering the highest-value features early. The product owner works closely with the customer to prioritize the backlog so that the most valuable items are delivered first. A prioritized list ensures clarity and alignment with stakeholder expectations.
From the PMI Agile Practice Guide:
“Work is prioritized to deliver the greatest value as early as possible. The product owner and stakeholders continuously collaborate to ensure that the backlog reflects current priorities.”
(PMI Agile Practice Guide, Section 5.2 – Prioritization and Backlog Refinement)
Mike Griffiths explains:
“Agile teams deliver customer value incrementally by implementing high-priority items first. Prioritization is based on value, risk, and feedback.”
(Mike Griffiths, PMI-ACP Exam Prep Book, Chapter 3 – Value-Driven Delivery)
Why other options are incorrect:
A is a traditional project artifact and not used in Agile backlog planning.
B emphasizes cost over value and may create waste.
D is predictive rather than adaptive; Agile favors short-term planning based on priority.
Answer: C
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