Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) — Question 44

You have just been hired by a company new to Scrum. Your management has assigned you to be the Scrum Master of six new Scrum Teams. These teams will build one product. Select two conditions you should strive for in this scenario. (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. There should be six Product Owners, one for each Scrum Team.
• B. There should be six Product Owners, reporting to a chief Product Owner.
• C. The product has one Product Backlog.
• D. Each Scrum Team should have a separate Product Backlog.
• E. There should be only one Product Owner.

Correct answer: C, E

Explanation

Having one Product Backlog (option C) ensures that all Scrum Teams are aligned and prioritize their work based on a unified vision. Additionally, having only one Product Owner (option E) simplifies decision-making and accountability, preventing confusion and conflicts that could arise from multiple Product Owners.