PSM I FAQ

Common PSM I questions about exam format, study order, official resources, practice strategy, and candidate traps.

Is PSM I harder than CSM?

Often, yes — PSM I can be more precise and less forgiving of “Scrum-but” answers.

How do I avoid trick questions?

Anchor on the Scrum Guide: accountabilities, event purposes, artifact commitments, and empiricism.

What usually causes misses?

Most misses come from:

  • importing non-Scrum roles or approval logic
  • confusing facilitation with command-and-control direction
  • mixing up event purpose with status reporting habits
  • choosing answers that sound sensible but are not supported by the Scrum Guide

How should I use this hub?

Use the Syllabus first, then the Study Plan, then the Cheat Sheet. Move to Practice after each block so your miss log stays tied to a specific Scrum rule.

Revised on Monday, April 27, 2026