[NEW] Certified SAFe® 6 Scrum Master

Detailed Exam Domain Coverage

The SAFe 6 Scrum Master certification exam is a 90-minute, web-based, closed-book test consisting of 45 multiple-choice questions. The exam validates a professional's ability to apply Scrum practices within the Scaled Agile Framework. I have aligned this practice question bank directly with the official exam domains to ensure your study time is highly effective.

• Lean-Agile Foundations (25%) Topics include: SAFe core values and Lean-Agile mindset, Principles of Agile product development, Role of the Scrum Master in SAFe, and Continuous Delivery Pipeline basics.

• Scrum Master as Servant-Leader & Coach (25%) Topics include: Facilitating Scrum events at team level, Coaching high-performing Agile teams, Removing impediments and fostering psychological safety, and Supporting Agile Team accountability.

• Program Increment (PI) Planning & Execution (25%) Topics include: Preparing for and executing PI Planning, Coordinating with Release Train Engineer (RTE) and Product Management, Managing dependencies and risks across teams, and Inspecting and adapting during the PI System Demo.

• Metrics, Continuous Improvement & Relentless Improvement (25%) Topics include: Using flow metrics (lead time, cycle time, throughput), Facilitating Inspect & Adapt workshops, Implementing relentless improvement practices, and Tracking team health and Agile maturity.

Course Description

I created this comprehensive practice test course to give you the most accurate exam simulation available. Passing the Certified SAFe 6 Scrum Master exam requires more than just memorizing vocabulary. It demands a deep understanding of how to apply Lean-Agile principles, act as a servant-leader, and navigate large-scale enterprise planning.

I have designed these practice tests to mirror the difficulty, format, and subject matter of the real certification exam. Every single question comes with a detailed explanation that breaks down exactly why the correct answer is the best choice and why the distractors are incorrect. By practicing with these scenario-based questions, you will identify your knowledge gaps, master flow metrics, and understand the intricacies of PI Planning. My goal is to help you build the confidence and knowledge necessary to walk into your exam and pass on your first attempt.

Practice Questions Preview

Here is a sample of the detailed questions and explanations you will find inside the course.

1. During Program Increment (PI) Planning, what is the primary responsibility of the Scrum Master?

• Options:

  • A) To define the architectural runway and technical vision for the Agile Release Train

  • B) To prioritize the Program Backlog and write features for the upcoming PI

  • C) To facilitate the team's planning process, ensure they draft realistic PI Objectives, and help manage dependencies

  • D) To allocate the budget for the Agile Release Train and assign resources to specific teams

  • E) To consolidate all team plans into a single comprehensive project schedule

  • F) To approve the final business value assigned to the team's PI Objectives

• Correct Answer: C

• Explanation: The primary role of the Scrum Master during PI Planning is to facilitate the team's work and ensure smooth collaboration.

  • Option A is incorrect because defining the technical vision is the responsibility of System Architecture.

  • Option B is incorrect because prioritizing the Program Backlog is done by Product Management.

  • Option C is correct because the Scrum Master ensures the team participates effectively, drafts their plans, and identifies dependencies with other teams.

  • Option D is incorrect because budget allocation and resource assignment happen at the portfolio or management level.

  • Option E is incorrect because consolidating plans and managing the overall board is generally overseen by the Release Train Engineer (RTE).

  • Option F is incorrect because Business Owners assign business value to the PI Objectives.

1. Which action best demonstrates the Scrum Master acting as a servant-leader in a SAFe environment?

• Options:

  • A) Directing the team on exactly how to implement the technical details of a user story

  • B) Removing impediments that the team cannot resolve themselves and fostering psychological safety

  • C) Mandating daily overtime to ensure the team meets their iteration goals

  • D) Presenting the team's progress to management without input from the team members

  • E) Taking over the coding phase when the development team members fall behind

  • F) Deciding which team members should be promoted based on their iteration velocity

• Correct Answer: B

• Explanation: A servant-leader prioritizes the needs of the team, helping them achieve their goals by creating a healthy working environment.

  • Option A is incorrect because the team is self-organizing and determines how to deliver the work technically.

  • Option B is correct because removing blockers and creating a safe space for communication are core servant-leader responsibilities.

  • Option C is incorrect because Agile promotes sustainable pace, not forced overtime.

  • Option D is incorrect because the team should ideally demonstrate their own work and progress during events like the System Demo.

  • Option E is incorrect because the Scrum Master coaches the team rather than doing the actual development work for them.

  • Option F is incorrect because Scrum Masters do not manage HR tasks or promotions.

1. Which flow metric is specifically used to measure the time from when a request is made by the customer until the value is delivered to them?

• Options:

  • A) Flow Velocity

  • B) Flow Predictability

  • C) Cycle Time

  • D) Lead Time

  • E) Flow Efficiency

  • F) Throughput

• Correct Answer: D

• Explanation: Understanding Agile metrics is crucial for continuous improvement and tracking team delivery.

  • Option A is incorrect because Flow Velocity measures the number of items completed in a given timeframe.

  • Option B is incorrect because Flow Predictability measures how well teams meet their planned objectives.

  • Option C is incorrect because Cycle Time measures the time it takes to complete an item once work has actually started.

  • Option D is correct because Lead Time measures the total time elapsed from the moment a request is triggered until it is fully delivered.

  • Option E is incorrect because Flow Efficiency measures the ratio of active work time against total wait time.

  • Option F is incorrect because Throughput is a general measure of how much work is delivered over a specific period.

• Welcome to the Mock Exam Practice Tests Academy to help you prepare for your Certified SAFe 6 Scrum Master exam

• You can retake the exams as many times as you want

• This is a huge original question bank

• You get support from instructors if you have questions

• Each question has a detailed explanation

• Mobile-compatible with the Udemy app

I hope that by now you're convinced! And there are a lot more questions inside the course.