Scaled Agile SAFe Practice Consultant SPC (6.0) SAFe-SPC Exam Practice Test

Answer : C

''Agile portfolio operations'' is one of the three dimensions of Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) and directly supports Agile Release Train (ART) execution. This dimension ensures ongoing coordination and synchronization among value streams and ARTs and provides coaching and support for Agile practices at scale.

SAFe 6.0, ''Lean Portfolio Management'' (LPM Dimensions)

SPC 6.0 Guide, ''Exploring Lean Portfolio Management''

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Answer : B

The System Demo is a key event in SAFe that happens at the end of every iteration. It provides an integrated view of the new features delivered by all the teams in the Agile Release Train during the most recent iteration. This demonstration allows stakeholders to evaluate the solution's progress and provide feedback.

SAFe 6.0 Website: System Demo

SPC 6.0 Guide: ''System Demos occur at the end of every iteration, providing feedback on the fully integrated solution increment.''

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Answer : B

Lean budget guardrails in SAFe 6.0 help guide investment decisions by ''establishing capacity allocation,'' which ensures appropriate allocation of funding and effort across different types of work (such as new development, maintenance, and exploration) within value streams. This supports alignment with strategic themes and allows for decentralized decision-making within set limits.

SAFe 6.0, ''Lean Budget Guardrails'' section in ''Lean Portfolio Management''

SPC 6.0 Practice Guide, ''Exploring Lean Portfolio Management''

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Answer : A

SAFe recommends the Lean Startup cycle for managing Epics. This process accelerates learning, guides hypothesis-driven development, and reduces risk by enabling incremental evaluation and fast feedback before full investment in new business ideas.

SAFe 6.0, ''Epic'' and ''Lean Startup Cycle'' articles

SPC 6.0 Guide, ''Building Solutions with Agile Product Delivery''

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Answer : A

SAFe recognizes a spectrum of leadership models, including leader as expert and leader as conductor, and encourages leaders to adapt their approach to context and organizational maturity. Both models are appropriate at different times and for different needs.

''Both 'leader as expert' and 'leader as conductor' are valid models, and effective leaders adapt their approach to the needs of the team and situation.''

(Source: SAFe 6.0 Framework: Lean-Agile Leadership; SPC 6.0 Guide ''Becoming a Lean-Agile Leader'')

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Answer : A

In the transition to SAFe, traditional program managers most often assume the role of Release Train Engineer (RTE) or Value Stream Engineer (VSE).

The RTE is described as ''the chief Scrum Master for the train,'' focusing on program-level facilitation, coordination, and execution---duties very similar to those of a traditional program manager.

The VSE supports the coordination of multiple ARTs in a Solution Train.

The SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC) 6.0 guide explicitly notes:

''Program managers typically become Release Train Engineers (RTEs) or Value Stream Engineers (VSEs) in SAFe, as these roles align with their experience in coordinating teams and managing delivery at scale.''

SAFe 6.0 Website: Release Train Engineer

SPC 6.0 Guide, ''Leading the Change'' section: ''Program Managers may serve as RTEs or VSEs, leveraging their background in multi-team delivery.''

Answer : B

The Release Train Engineer (RTE) is described in SAFe as the ''servant leader and coach for the ART.'' The RTE's key responsibilities include facilitating ART events, including PI Planning, ART Sync, and Inspect and Adapt.

SAFe 6.0, ''Release Train Engineer'' role article

SPC 6.0 Practice Guide, ''Coaching ART Execution''