Question

Which of these are valid test types?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Review
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Connected
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Static
Selected
Correct answer.

Dynamic
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Testing objectives may vary significantly depending on which of these factors?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Test level
Selected
Correct answer.
Tester preference
Selected
Incorrect answer.

SDLM employed
Selected
Correct answer.

Programming language
Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe testing and debugging?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

They belong to different parts of the test process

Selected
Correct answer.

They both belong to the same part of the test process

Selected
Incorrect answer.

They both have the same goals and objectives

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Best practice has different team members for each

Selected
Correct answer.
They have different goals and objectives
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

What benefits accrue when testers work with designers?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Reduces risk of design defects

Selected
Correct answer.

Understanding of system design improves

Selected
Correct answer.

Helps identify tests to be avoided

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Helps identify operational defects

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:

Which of these are considered elements of quality managements?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Quality testing
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Quality test design

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Quality assurance
Selected
Correct answer.

Quality control
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe false positive failures?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Are considered to be real defects

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Are not actually trued defects

Selected
Correct answer.

Are not caused by defects in test data

Selected
Incorrect answer.

May be caused by defects in test data

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe root cause analysis?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Defects may be analyzed to locate root cause

Selected
Correct answer.

Root cause is latest action or condition leading to the defect

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Root cause is earliest action or condition leading to the defect

Selected
Correct answer.

Causes may be analyzed to locate root cause

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:

Which of these represent the first two principles of the 7 ISTQB testing principles?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Exhaustive testing is always feasible

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Exhaustive testing is not possible
Selected
Correct answer.

Testing shows the presence of defects, not their absence

Selected
Correct answer.

Testing shows the absence of defects, not their presence

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:

Which of these represent principles 3 and 4 of the 7 ISTQB testing principles?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Defects cluster together

Selected
Correct answer.

Early testing creates defect centers

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Defects tend to spread out

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Early testing saves time and money

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
: Question

Which of these are contextual factors that may have an influence on the test process?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Programming language
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Business domain
Selected
Correct answer.

Start date
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Operational constraints
Selected
Correct answer.

SDLM
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are main groups of activities or phases comprising the test process?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results
Test execution
Selected
Correct answer.

Test initiation
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Test study
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Test planning
Selected
Correct answer.

Recognizing the pesticide paradox, what must testers do to avoid situations caused by
the principle?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

New tests should never be devised

Selected
Incorrect answer.

New tests may need to be developed

Selected
Correct answer.

Test data must remain the same

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Existing tests may need to be changed
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

According to the absence of errors fallacy, systematically testing all requirements and
addressing each defect may produce a system with which of these qualities?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Fails to meet users' expectations

Selected
Correct answer.

Difficult and awkward to use

Selected
Correct answer.

All user requirements fulfilled

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Is superior to competitors' systems

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:

Which of these are examples of activities that define the approach for meeting the tests
objectives?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results
Generating a test schedule to meet a deadline
Selected
Correct answer.

Indicating appropriate test techniques and tasks

Selected
Correct answer.

Gauging the level of component or system quality

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Checking test results and logs against coverage criteria

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:

Which test question does the test analysis phase best answer?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Why do we test?
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Who will do the testing?

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

What is to be tested?
Selected
Correct answer.

When are we testing?

Question
:

Which test question does the test analysis phase best answer?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Why do we test?
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Who will do the testing?

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

What is to be tested?
Selected
Correct answer.

When are we testing?

Question
:

Which of these are key activities in the test implementation phase

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Identify required tools

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Identify required infrastructure

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Create test suites

Selected
Correct answer.

Prepare test data

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are key activities in the test execution phase?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Record IDs and version

Selected
Correct answer.

Analyze anomalies
Selected
Correct answer.

Identify SDLM to use

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Identify required tools

Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Question
:

Which of these statements best describe the test completion phase?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Test completion occurs at project milestones

Selected
Correct answer.

Bi-directional traceability is established

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

May occur at conclusion of maintenance release cycle

Selected
Correct answer.

Actual results are compared to expected results

Question
:

Which of these are typical test monitoring and control work products?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Test progress reports

Selected
Correct answer.

Test summary reports

Selected
Correct answer.

Test cases developed

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Anomalies predicted
Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Question
:

Which of these are test implementation work products?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Test execution schedule

Selected
Correct answer.

Test suites
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are test execution work products?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Documentation regarding status of test cases

Selected
Correct answer.

Automated scripts defined

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Reporting regarding detected defects

Selected
Correct answer.

Service virtualization created

Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Question
:
Effective traceability is important because it supports which of these aspects of testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Test auditing
Selected
Correct answer.

Improved clarity of reporting

Selected
Correct answer.
Question

What is the name of the bias whereby developers exhibit bias against the notion that
their code is incorrect?

Result: Incorrect. The correct answer is indicated.

Detailed Results

Erroneous bias
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Confirmation bias
Not selected
Correct answer.

Anomaly bias
Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:
Which of these statements most accurately describe the typical developer in the context
of mindset?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Motivated by positive relationships

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Professionally pessimistic and typically curious

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Would prefer not to think about what is wrong

Selected
Correct answer.

Interested in designing and building solutions

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are common sequential development models?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Waterfall model
Selected
Correct answer.

SDLM-model
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

V-model
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe the characteristics of test activities in an

iterative SDLM?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Features tested at exactly one level

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Features tested at several levels

Selected
Correct answer.

Test levels never overlap

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Test levels typically overlap

Selected
Correct answer.

Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe the selection of SDLM based on the
context of the project?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results
SDLMs may be combined
Selected
Correct answer.

Combining test activities is forbidden

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

SDLMs can never be combined

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

May require combining test levels

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are characteristics of good testing regardless of the SDLM?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Test levels do not necessarily require any particular test objectives

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Testers participate in definition and refinement of requirements

Selected
Correct answer.

For each development activity there is a corresponding test activity

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:
Which of these are valid test levels according to the ISTQB certification exam Software
Testing Foundation Level 2018 syllabus?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Integration testing
Selected
Correct answer.

Component testing
Selected
Correct answer.

Functional testing
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Execution testing
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Acceptance testing
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are work products that can be used as a test basis for component
testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Interface protocols
Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Interface definitions
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Data model
Selected
Correct answer.

Software code
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are test objects that can be used from component integration testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Microservices
Selected
Correct answer.

APIs
Selected
Correct answer.

Databases
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are examples of typical defects and failures for system integration
testing?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Incorrect logic or software code

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Performance issues under heavy load

Selected
Incorrect answer.

System communication failures

Selected
Correct answer.

Incorrect or missing data

Selected
Correct answer.

Security regulation non-compliance

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe attributes associated with system

testing?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Test functional behavior

Selected
Correct answer.
Typically performed by developers
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Focus on integration of system

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Consider end-to-end behavior

Selected
Correct answer.

Test non-functional behavior

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are examples of work products that can be used as a test basis for any
form of acceptance testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Business processes
Selected
Correct answer.

Operations documentation
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

User documentation
Selected
Correct answe
Question
:
Which of these are valid forms of acceptance testing according to the ISTQB
certification exam Software Testing Foundation Level 2018 syllabus?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

User acceptance testing

Selected
Correct answer.

Component acceptance testing

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Operational acceptance testing

Selected
Correct answer.

Requirements acceptance testing

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:

Functional testing tests the function of the system. Which statement best describes
system functions?

Result: Incorrect. The correct answer is indicated.

Detailed Results

Functions are considered to be "why" the system works

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Functions are considered to be "where" the system works

 Selected
Incorrect answer.

Functions are considered to be "what" the system does

Not selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which characteristics of systems and software does non-functional testing evaluate?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Performance efficiency
Selected
Correct answer.

Component operation
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Usability
Selected
Correct answer.

Security
Selected
Correct answer.

of the system?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results
Compatibility
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Code
Selected
Correct answer.

Architecture
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe confirmation and regression testing?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Confirmation testing performed only at acceptance test level

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Regression testing performed only at system test level

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Confirmation testing performed at all test levels

Selected
Correct answer.

Regression testing performed at all test levels

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:
Which of these statements best describe how test types and test levels interact?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

White-box test types may only be performed at component test level

Selected
Incorrect answer.

It is not necessary for every test type to be used at every test level
Selected
Correct answer.

Any of the test types may be performed at any test level

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe maintenance testing?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Performed to build confidence in system

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Performed to evaluate success of changes

Selected
Correct answer.

Performed to check for side effects of changes

Selected
Correct answer.

May only involve planned releases

Selected
Incorrect answer.

May include unplanned releases

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

The scope of maintenance testing varies, and depends on which of these factors?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Size of the change

Selected
Correct answer.

The test level

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Tester autonomy
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Risk of the change

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are triggers typically associated with maintenance testing?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Test tool integration

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Modification
Selected
Correct answer.

Tester training
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Migration
Selected
Correct answer.

Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe impact analysis?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Much easier with less tool support

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Only performed after changes applied

Selected
Incorrect answer.
May be performed before changes
Selected
Correct answer.

More difficult if specifications are outdated

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these factors affect the formality level of test technique?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Test level undertaken

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Type of product under test

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Skills of people involved

Selected
Correct answer.

Software development lifecycle

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are common characteristics of black-box test techniques?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Coverage is based on lines of code tested

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Test conditions may be derived from use cases

Selected
Correct answer.

Avoids having to consider test basis

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Can detect gaps and deviations from requirements

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are common characteristics of white-box test techniques?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Coverage is only measured using the code covered

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Specifications never used as source of information

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Test cases may be based on detailed design

Selected
Correct answer.

Test conditions may be based on software architecture

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are common characteristics of experience-based test techniques?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Test cases are software architecture agnostic

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Test cases not derived from detailed design

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Test conditions may be based on software code

Selected
Correct answer.

Test data may be derived from software structure

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are benefits of error guessing test technique?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

An ad hoc approach never methodical

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Never uses a checklist of possible defects

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Takes advantage of tester's knowledge

Selected
Correct answer.

May help locate otherwise overlooked errors

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe exploratory testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Uses formally-designed tests

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Tests evaluated during execution

Selected
Correct answer.

Uses informally-designed tests

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are benefits of checklist-based testing?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results
Checklist is flexible and may change
Selected
Correct answer.

Faster testing but less coverage

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Checklist prepared by developers

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Ensures complete test coverage

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

When identifying tests, which of these factors are considered important?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

The code used in development

Selected
Incorrect answer.

May include a checklist as guidance

Selected
Incorrect answer.

The software development lifecycle

Selected
Correct answer.
The tester's experience
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these accurately describe equivalence testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

A value may appear in multiple partitions

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Invalid test partitions should be tested collectively

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Each value may only belong to only one partition

Selected
Correct answer.

Invalid test partitions should be tested individually

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Given a data entry form that allows a single numeric character that may consist of
integers from 0 to 9 and valid values from 3 to 6, which of these sets of values would
cover all three partitions?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

0, 3, 6
 Not selected. Not selected is correct.

0, 7, 9
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

1, 5, 8
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe boundary value analysis?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Effectively tests values only at the edges of equivalence classes

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Coverage calculation is normally expressed as a percentage

Selected
Correct answer.

Applicable only at component and component integration test levels

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Typically used to test requirements using a range of numbers

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Given a data entry form that allows a single numeric character that may consist of
integers from 0 to 9 and valid values from 1 to 7, which of these values is the min+
value?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

2
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are valid statements describing conditions and actions in a decision
table?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Decision tables include one type of value only

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

May include numbers or a range of numbers

Selected
Correct answer.

Conditions may only use T to indicate a true condition

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Typically boolean or discrete value types

Selected
Correct answer.

Actions may use T to indicate that an action should occur

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Given this scenario, how many combinations of conditions will there be in the decision
table?
User login screenUser must specify username and passwordIf user specifies both,
redirect to home pageIf either username or password fails, display an error message
Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

2
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

4
Selected
Correct answer.

1
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

8
Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Question
:

Which of these are properties associated with a state transition table?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Contains events initiating a transition

Selected
Correct answer.

Coverage typically expressed as Pass or Fail

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Contains valid and invalid transitions

Selected
Correct answer.

Contains only valid transitions

Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Question
:

Given the following requirements, how many states should appear in a state transition
table?

- Locked smartphone screen

- Allow user to use thumbprint
- Display thumbprint login
- Allow two attempts
- If unrecognized after two attempts, display passcode screen

Result: Incorrect. The correct answer is indicated.

Detailed Results

1
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

4
Not selected
Correct answer.

2
Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe use case testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results
Coverage is typically expressed as Pass or Fail
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

External hardware may be considered an actor

Selected
Correct answer.

Interactions between actors and users is tested

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Interactions between actors and subjects is tested

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Given this scenario, which of these is the subject?

User login screen User must specify username and password System validates
username and password If error, displays error messageAllows 3 attempts If
username/password fails 3 times System displays forgot password form
Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Password
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

User
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

System
Selected
Correct answer.
 Login screen
Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe statement testing?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

It is considered a white-box testing technique

Selected
Correct answer.

100% statement coverage guarantees 100% decision coverage

Selected
Incorrect answer.

It is considered a black-box testing technique

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Exercises executable statements in the code

Not selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Given this code, which test sets result in 100% statement coverage?

Code Editor:

read x
read y
z = x – (5 * y)
if z < 0 then
print "z negative"
endif
Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

x = 10, y = 5
Selected
Correct answer.

x = 25, y = 5
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

x = 15, y = 3
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

x = 5, y = 2
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe decision testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

100% decision coverage guarantees 100% statement coverage

Selected
Correct answer.

It is considered an experience-based testing technique

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

It is considered a white-box testing technique

Selected
Correct answer.

It is considered a black-box testing technique

Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Question
:

Given this code, how many test sets are required for 100% decision coverage?

Code Editor:

read x
read y
z = x – (5 * y)
if z < 0 then
print "z negative"
endif

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

2
Selected
Correct answer.

4
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

10
Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe statement and decision coverage?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Decision coverage must include True outcomes but not necessarily False
outcomes
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Statement coverage may provide less coverage than decision coverage

Selected
Correct answer.

Statement coverage may provide more coverage than decision coverage

Selected
Incorrect answer.

100% decision coverage guarantees that all executable statements tested

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Independent external testers are the most independent testing group. Which of these
statements accurately describe independent external testers?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

May work on-site

Selected
Correct answer.

Never work off-site

Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Never work on-site
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

May work off-site

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are benefits of independent testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Independent testers don't challenge stakeholder assumptions

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Independent testers have a different perspective

Selected
Correct answer.

Independent testers can report honestly without fear of reprisal

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are benefits of independent testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Independent testers don't challenge stakeholder assumptions

Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Independent testers have a different perspective
Selected
Correct answer.

Independent testers can report honestly without fear of reprisal

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are tasks typically performed by test managers?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Write and update requirements

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Prepare and deliver reports

Selected
Correct answer.

Planning test activities

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are tasks typically performed by testers?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Operate test tools

Selected
Correct answer.

Deliver test summary reports

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Design and implement test cases

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe test plans?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Test planning only performed before testing starts

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Test plan is considered a dynamic document

Selected
Correct answer.

Separate test plans possible for different test levels

Selected
Correct answer.
uestion
:

Which of these are test planning activities?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Decide the lifecycle model to be used

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Define overall approach to testing

Selected
Correct answer.

Make decisions about testing resources

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are test strategies?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Analytical
Selected
Correct answer.

Component
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Reactive
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe test approach?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results
Test approach is tailored test strategy
Not selected
Correct answer.

Test approach is context dependent

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are typical entry criteria?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Availability of test data

Selected
Correct answer.

Test environment is ready for use

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are typical exit criteria?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Evaluated metrics are sufficient

Selected
Correct answer.

Unresolved defects within accepted limit

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe test scheduling considerations?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

There is only one best test sequence

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Highest priority always comes first

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Sequence efficiency is a factor

Selected
Correct answer.

Test case dependencies

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are considered development process characteristics that have an

influence on the testing effort?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Product size
Selected
Incorrect answer.
Time pressure
Selected
Correct answer.

Test approach
Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are considered test estimation techniques?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

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Statement-based
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Expert-based
Selected
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Decision-based
Selected
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Metrics-based
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Question
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Which of these statements about test monitoring are correct?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

One purpose of test monitoring is to gather information about test activities

Selected
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Question

Which of these statements accurately describe test control?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Test control actions may not affect the prioritization of tests

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Test control actions may be performed at any test level

Selected
Correct answer.

Test control actions may not affect other software lifecycle activities
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Test control actions may include re-evaluating entry criterion Selected

Correct answer.

Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe test metrics?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results
Metrics may be collected to assess the adequacy of the test approach
Selected
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Metrics may only be collected at the end of test activities

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Metrics may be collected during or at the end of test activities

Selected
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Question
:

Which of these are considered significant factors that affect the content of test reports?

Instruction: Choose all options that best answer the question.

Answer Choices

The project

The test process

The organization

The test level

The development lifecycle

Question
:

When are test summary reports typically issued by the test manager?

Result: Incorrect. The correct answer is indicated.

Detailed Results

When exit criteria are reached

Not selected
Correct answer.

At the end of test planning

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

During test monitoring and control

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:

What is the purpose of configuration management?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

To maintain the integrity of testware

Selected
Correct answer.

To determine when to re-evaluate exit criteria

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

To help determine when exit criteria are met

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

To maintain the integrity of the component or system

Selected
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Question
:
To properly support testing, configuration management may involve ensuring which of
these properties relative to test items?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

All test items are uniquely identified

Selected
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All test items are version controlled

Selected
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Question
:

To properly support testing, configuration management may involve ensuring which of

these properties relative to testware items?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

All testware items are related to test item versions

Selected
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All testware items are approved as exit criteria

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

All testware items are uniquely identified

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:
To properly support testing, configuration management may involve ensuring which of
these properties relative to testware items?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

All testware items are related to test item versions

Selected
Correct answer.

All testware items are approved as exit criteria

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

All testware items are uniquely identified

Selected
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Question
:

You are testing the only login form for version 1.2.1 of a web application. Which name is
most appropriate for your test plan?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

TPL_Login
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

REQ_1.2.1_Login
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

TPL_1.2.1
Selected
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Question
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Which of these are specific types of risk?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Product
Selected
Correct answer.

Project
Selected
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Question
:

What are product risks referred to when associated with characteristics like reliability,
performance efficiency, and usability?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Ephemeral risks
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Characteristic risks
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Software risks
Not selected. Not selected is correct.
 Quality risks
Selected
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Question
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Which of these are considered common categories of project risks?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Temporary issues
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Organizational concerns
Selected
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Technical issues
Selected
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Question
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What type of code violations does a product risk analysis typically examine?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Decision branching
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Functional computations
Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Security risks
Selected
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Stability threat
Selected
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Question
:

In a risk-based approach to testing, what are the results of product risk analysis
generally used for?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Determine the lifecycle model being used

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Determine test techniques to be used

Selected
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Determine scope or extent of testing

Selected
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uestion
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Which of these statements accurately describe when defects may be reported?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

During coding or reviews

Selected
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Only during dynamic testing

Selected
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During static analysis

Selected
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Not while in production

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
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Which of these are common defect reporting objectives?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

To perform tracking of testers

Selected
Incorrect answer.

To isolate dynamic testing

Selected
Incorrect answer.

To provide ideas for process improvement

Selected
Correct answer.

For quality tracking of work product

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
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Which of these items are typically found in a defect report during dynamic testing?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Expected results
Selected
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Programming language
Selected
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Change history
Selected
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Review meeting notes

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
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Which of these statements accurately describe test tools?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Used indirectly in testing

Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Used directly in testing
Selected
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Include test data

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Support a wide range of test activities

Selected
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Question
:

Test tools are typically classified based on one of several different criteria. What are intrusive
test tools?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Tools that support only quality improvements

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Tools that may affect the outcome of the test

Selected
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Question
:

Which of these statements describe tools for managing tests and testware?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Tools for virtually any test activity

Selected
Correct answer.

Tools that only apply to integration testing

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Tools that apply only to planning in the SDLC

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Tools that may apply to component testing

Selected
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Question
:

Which of these are static test tools for the Python programming language?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

PyCharm
Selected
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PyBook
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

PyLint
Selected
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Question
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Which of these are considered test design and implementation tools?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Tools for model-based testing

Selected
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Defect management tools

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Tools that support data preparation

Selected
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Question
:

Coverage tools are used to identify elements that may be counted. What is the process
of identifying coverage items at component testing called?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Breakpointing code
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Stubbing code
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Instrumenting code
Selected
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Question
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Which of these are tasks that dynamic analysis tools are typically used for?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Identifying null pointer issues

Selected
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Detecting memory leaks

Selected
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Question
:

Some tools focus on usability testing. Which of these is an area where usability testing
may focus?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Satisfaction
Selected
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Memorability
Selected
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Question
:

One of the benefits of test automation is a reduction in repetitive work. Which of these
are areas that would benefit from test automation by reducing repetitive work?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results
Error reporting
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Estimating time and effort

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Regression testing
Selected
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Environment maintenance
Selected
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Question
:

Which of these items are considered test automation risks?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Over reliance on automation

Selected
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Introducing bugs
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Unrealistic expectations
Selected
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Identifying trivial errors
Selected
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Question
:

Which of these are typical considerations when selecting test execution tools?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Coverage requirements
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Static analysis needs

Selected
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Capturing scripts
Selected
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Testing approach
Selected
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Question
:

Typical test management tools must interface with other test tools, spreadsheets, and
other objects. Which of these are considered common reasons for the interfacing
requirement?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results
Test object version information
Selected
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Requirements traceability
Selected
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Question
:

Which of these is the typical final step in test tool selection?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Vendor evaluation
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Pilot project initiation

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Proof of concept evaluation

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these items are typical pilot project objectives?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

To acquire knowledge about the tool

Selected
Correct answer.

To plan a proof-of-concept initiative

Selected
Incorrect answer.

To decide whether to adopt the tool

Selected
Incorrect answer.

To decide how the tool will be maintained

Selected
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Question
:

Which of these are considered factors for test tool success?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Improving and adapting processes

Selected
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Number of concurrent testers

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Full rollout of the test tool

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Provision of training for users

Selected
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Question
:

Which of these are static testing techniques?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Static analysis
Selected
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Reviews
Selected
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Question
:

Which of these are benefits of static testing?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Finds defects indirectly by examining data against running code

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Total cost of quality over lifetime of the software is higher

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Enables early detection of defects before dynamic testing

Selected
Correct answer.
Increased development productivity due to improved design
Selected
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Question
:

When performing a requirements review, which of these are principle you should
consider?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Related requirements in the specification may have the same requirement ID

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Each requirement in the requirements specification must be complete

Selected
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Each requirement in the requirements specification document must be

testable
Selected
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Question
:

Dynamic testing detects failures caused by defects when running the software. Why
then should static testing be used as well?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Static testing more commonly focuses on externally visible behavior

Not selected. Not selected is correct.
The path where the defect exists may be rarely encountered
Selected
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Static testing locates defects in work products indirectly

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

A defect may exist for a long time without causing a failure

Selected
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Question
:

Which of these are valid activities of the work product review process?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Planning
Selected
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Execute test
Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Initiate test
Selected
Incorrect answer.

Fixing and reporting

Selected
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Initiate review
Not selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are responsibilities of the facilitator role in a formal review?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Mediate amongst differing viewpoints

Selected
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Ensure effective review meetings are held

Selected
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Question
:

Which of these are attributes associated with an informal review?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Results may be documented

Selected
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Main objective is defect detection

Selected
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May be performed by author's colleagues

Question
:
Which of these are attributes associated with a walkthrough review?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Individual preparation before meeting is required

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Typically led by management, never the author

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Sometimes conducted to train participants

Selected
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Potential defect logs may be generated

Selected
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The use of checklists is optional

Selected
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Question
:

Which of these are attributes associated with a technical review?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Review meeting is always required

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Individual preparation is optional

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

One objective is to check quality

Selected
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One objective is to build confidence

Selected
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The use of checklists is optional

Selected
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Question
:

Which of these are attributes associated with an inspection review?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

One objective is to prevent similar future defects

Selected
Correct answer.

Review typically led by the author of the product

Selected
Incorrect answer.

One objective is to enable authors to improve

Selected
Correct answer.

Scribe is optional during the inspection review

Selected
Incorrect answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe the ad hoc review type?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Review requires a minimum of preparation

Selected
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Reviewers provided with little or no guidance

Selected
Correct answer.
Question

Which of these statements accurately describe the checklist-based review type?

Result: Correct. Great job!

Detailed Results

Checklist-based review is a very systematic review type

Selected
Correct answer.

Checklists should be specific to reviewer's role

Not selected. Not selected is correct.

Reviewers must follow the checklist as distributed

Not selected. Not selected is correct.
Checklists distributed during review initiation
Selected
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Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe the scenario-based review type?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Guidelines specify checklist entries on defect types

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Reviewers constrained to documented scenarios

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Reviewers perform dry runs on work products

Selected
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Reviewers provided with structured guidelines

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe the role-based review type?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Typical roles include specific end user and organizational user types
Selected
Correct answer.

Assigned roles may only include organizational user types

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Reviewers evaluate work product from stakeholder's point of view

Selected
Correct answer.

Question
:

Which of these statements accurately describe the perspective-based review type?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results

Reviewers evaluate work product from stakeholder's point of view

Selected
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Reviewers attempt to use the work product to generate expected product

Selected
Correct answer.
Question
:

Which of these are organizational factors that can help provide a successful review
outcome?

Result: Partially correct. The correct answers are indicated.

Detailed Results
Each review has clear objectives
Selected
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Adequate time allotted for preparation

Selected
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Culture of learning promoted

Selected
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Culture of process improvement promoted

Selected
Incorrect answer.

Checklists used to address main risks

Selected
Correct answer.