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Scrum Backlog in Evolution Context

publish date: 2026/06/23 19:39:19.933901 UTC

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How does the Scrum approach of maintaining a backlog help during software evolution?

It guarantees that all changes will be implemented within a single sprint

It eliminates the need for any release planning whatsoever

It replaces the need for impact analysis entirely

It helps prioritize the most important system changes that need to be made

Correct Answer

It helps prioritize the most important system changes that need to be made

Explanation

The Scrum approach of focusing on a backlog of work to be done helps prioritize the most important system changes that are required. This focus on prioritization makes evolution simply a continuation of the agile development process.

Reference

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 10th edition

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