Collaborative Group Program Writing Quick Check 4 of 54 of 5 Items Question How are the driver and navigator roles assigned in a pair programming scenario?(1 point) Responses The driver’s and the navigator’s positions are specifically hired for based on each programmer’s existing skills. The driver’s and the navigator’s positions are specifically hired for based on each programmer’s existing skills. The driver is the junior member of the team, and the navigator acts as their mentor. The driver is the junior member of the team, and the navigator acts as their mentor. Each programmer is either the driver or the navigator randomly at the start of each session and switch roles frequently. Each programmer is either the driver or the navigator randomly at the start of each session and switch roles frequently. The driver is always the senior member of the team, and the navigator is an apprentice who may grow into a driver. The driver is always the senior member of the team, and the navigator is an apprentice who may grow into a driver. Skip to navigation page 6 of 6

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In a pair programming scenario, the roles of driver and navigator are typically assigned based on the context of the task rather than fixed roles based on skill levels or seniority. The most accurate response from the options given is:

"Each programmer is either the driver or the navigator randomly at the start of each session and switch roles frequently."

This approach promotes shared learning, collaboration, and skill development between the members of the pair, allowing both to contribute and grow in their programming abilities.