Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II) — Question 111

Which statement best describes the responsibility of the Product Owner?

Answer options

• A. Optimizing the value of the work the Development Team does.
• B. Managing the Development Team.
• C. Ensuring that the work meets the commitments to the stakeholders.
• D. Acting as the go-between for the stakeholders.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because the Product Owner focuses on maximizing the value produced by the Development Team's work. Option B is incorrect as the Product Owner does not manage the Development Team directly. Option C, while important, is secondary to the primary role of optimizing value, and option D misrepresents the Product Owner's role, which is more about value than merely acting as a go-between.