Who is responsible for maximizing the value of the product backlog?

The correct answer is C. The Product Owner. The Scrum Guide explicitly states: 'The Product Owner is responsible for maximizing the value of the product resulting from the work of the Development Team.' This includes managing and ordering the Product Backlog. While the Development Team and stakeholders provide input, the P

Submitted by saadiq_pk· Apr 18, 2026Value-driven Delivery

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AThe Customer
BThe Scrum Master and Product Owner
CThe Product Owner
DThe Development Team and Product Owner

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B
6% (1)
C
88% (15)
D
6% (1)

Explanation

The Scrum Guide explicitly states: 'The Product Owner is responsible for maximizing the value of the product resulting from the work of the Development Team.' This includes managing and ordering the Product Backlog. While the Development Team and stakeholders provide input, the Product Owner has sole accountability for backlog decisions. The Scrum Master does not share this responsibility - the Scrum Master serves the Product Owner by facilitating Scrum events and helping with backlog management techniques.

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