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PSM-I · Question #116

The Product Owner must release each Increment to production.

The correct answer is A. When it makes sense. The Product Owner has the authority to release an Increment, but is not obligated to release every Increment immediately. The decision to release should be made 'when it makes sense' based on business value, market timing, regulatory concerns, or other strategic factors. The…

Submitted by satoshi_tk· Apr 18, 2026Managing Products with Agility

Question

The Product Owner must release each Increment to production.

Options

  • AWhen it makes sense.
  • BTo make sure the Development Team is done every Sprint.
  • CWhenever the product is free of defects.
  • DWithout exception.

How the community answered

(37 responses)
  • A
    92% (34)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • C
    5% (2)

Explanation

The Product Owner has the authority to release an Increment, but is not obligated to release every Increment immediately. The decision to release should be made 'when it makes sense' based on business value, market timing, regulatory concerns, or other strategic factors. The Increment must always meet the Definition of 'Done' and be potentially releasable, but actual release is a business decision. Releasing without exception (D) or only when defect-free (C) are impractical absolutes that Scrum does not mandate.

Topics

#Product Owner Role#Increment Release#Value Maximization#Agile Product Management

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