The correct answer is D – Break non-functional requirements into those that can be delivered in the given sprint. Agile teams apply the principle of incremental and iterative delivery not only to functional requirements but also to non-functional ones. Large or complex work—including non-functional requirements—should be decomposed into smaller, manageable items.
From the PMI Agile Practice Guide:
“Work items, including non-functional requirements, should be split to fit within a sprint’s capacity. Teams use story-splitting techniques and prioritize parts that provide the most value or enable further development.”
(PMI Agile Practice Guide, Section 5.3 – Adaptive Planning and Story Sizing)
Mike Griffiths reinforces:
“If a user story or requirement is too large for a sprint, it should be broken down. Even performance and security requirements can often be delivered incrementally.”
(Mike Griffiths, PMI-ACP Exam Prep, Chapter 5 – Adaptive Planning)
Incorrect options:
A ignores important non-functional quality attributes.
B is not in line with agile ' s sustainable pace and team stability.
C deflects ownership without attempting a solution.
Answer: D
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