PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) — Question 66

A new product owner needs to manage the backlog of a high-visibility, fast-moving project that is consuming a considerable amount of time.
What should the product owner do?

Answer options

• A. Schedule regular meetings with the scrum team to write, groom, and size user stories
• B. Focus on stores based on the highest number of story points to first address those items with the highest value
• C. Seek regular input from project stakeholders, and reflect this input in the backlog's priorities
• D. Schedule in-person, monthly meetings with key stakeholders to review the project's progress

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because regular input from stakeholders ensures that the backlog reflects the most current priorities and needs of the project. Option A, while focusing on team collaboration, does not prioritize stakeholder feedback. Option B may overlook other important factors beyond just story points, and option D limits stakeholder interaction to a monthly basis, which may not be frequent enough for a fast-moving project.