The correct answer is D – Encourage the team member to use experimentation/spikes for continuous improvement and help the team understand why it is important. Agile encourages learning and experimentation through techniques like spikes (time-boxed research or exploration activities).
From the PMI Agile Practice Guide:
“Agile encourages teams to experiment and learn continuously. Time-boxed spikes can be used to investigate alternative designs, reduce uncertainty, and support informed decisions.”
(PMI Agile Practice Guide, Section 5.3 – Spikes and Uncertainty Reduction)
Mike Griffiths supports this:
“Spikes are short, time-limited investigations into a design or technical approach. They are a vital part of agile development for reducing risk, exploring alternatives, and enabling innovation.”
(Mike Griffiths, PMI-ACP Exam Prep, Chapter 7 – Continuous Improvement)
Incorrect options:
A and C discourage innovation and agility.
B defers action rather than enabling real-time learning.
Answer: D
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