In Scrum, who is responsible for maximizing value and for decisions on releasing a Product Increment?

• A. Scrum Master
• B. Product Owner
• C. Development Team
• D. Stakeholders

Answer: (B)

The Product Owner is responsible for maximizing value and for decisions on releasing a Product Increment. This role owns the Product Backlog, prioritizing items to best achieve the product goals and deliver the highest value. By continuously refining and ordering backlog items based on value, risk, and dependencies, the Product Owner guides what the Development Team works on each Sprint. When it comes to releasing, the Product Owner evaluates whether the Increment meets the required value, quality, and readiness, considering feedback, market conditions, and the Definition of Done, and then makes the release decision. The Development Team provides input on what’s technically feasible and what is ready, while the Scrum Master supports the process, and Stakeholders offer input from outside the team.