Scrum addresses which risks in software development?

• A. Timescale of the planned work
• B. The skills and working relationships of the people on the teams
• C. The complexity and unpredictability of the requirements
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Scrum addresses several common software development risks by combining a predictable rhythm, cross-functional teamwork, and a learning-driven approach. The time-boxed sprints create a regular cadence for planning, delivering, and reviewing work, which makes progress visible and helps manage schedule risk by enabling early adjustments. A cross-functional team brings together the skills needed to complete work, and the collaborative ceremonies promote continuous alignment and communication, reducing the risk tied to skills gaps or strained working relationships. The backlog, ongoing refinement, and empirical process control enable handling changing or uncertain requirements: you inspect what’s built, adapt the plan, and deliver increments that reflect real needs. Taken together, these mechanisms mitigate timing, people/relationship, and requirements risks, so all of the above are addressed by Scrum.