Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) — Question 152

When must a Product Owner release each Increment? (Choose the best answer.)

Answer options

• A. When it makes sense to release it.
• B. When the Scrum Team finishes their work.
• C. Whenever the product is free of defects.
• D. After every Sprint, without exception.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because the decision to release an Increment should be based on value and timing rather than simply adhering to a schedule or the completion of tasks. Options B and D imply fixed release points that may not align with business needs, and option C focuses solely on defect-free status, which is not the primary criterion for release.