Professional Scrum Product Owner I (PSPO I) — Question 3

A Product Owner is accountable for maximizing the value of the product that is the result of the Work of the Scrum Team. Which of the following can be delegated to others, while the Product Owner remains accountable for the work? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. Attending the Sprint Retrospective.
• B. Attending the Sprint Review.
• C. Ordering Product Backlog items.
• D. Developing and communicating the Product Goal.

Correct answer: C, D

Explanation

The Product Owner can delegate tasks such as attending meetings but remains responsible for the ordering of Product Backlog items and the development of the Product Goal. These elements are critical to maximizing product value, thus the accountability cannot be transferred despite delegation of other activities.