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NEW QUESTION # 45
A typical test objective is to:
- A. plan test activities in accordance with the existing test policy and test strategy verify the correct creation and configuration of the test environment
- B. determine the most appropriate level of detail with which to design test cases
- C. verify the compliance of the test object with regulatory requirements
Answer: C
Explanation:
In the ISTQB CTFL Syllabus, it is stated that a key objective of testing is to verify that the test object meets regulatory requirements. This is crucial as compliance with regulatory standards ensures that the software adheres to necessary laws, guidelines, and safety standards which are often mandatory in various industries such as healthcare, finance, and aviation. Ensuring regulatory compliance helps prevent legal issues and promotes user safety and trust.
NEW QUESTION # 46
A company runs a pilot project for evaluation of a test automation tool. Which of the following is NOT a valid object of this pilot project?
- A. Get familiar with the functionality and options of the tool
- B. Decide upon standards for tool implementation
- C. Train all testers on using the tool
- D. Check haw the tool fits to the existing test processes
Answer: C
Explanation:
* A pilot project is a small-scale experiment or trial that is conducted to evaluate the feasibility, effectiveness, and suitability of a test automation tool before implementing it on a larger scale1.
* The objectives of a pilot project may vary depending on the context and scope of the test automation initiative, but some common ones are2:
* To get familiar with the functionality and options of the tool
* To check how the tool fits to the existing test processes and environment
* To assess the benefits and challenges of using the tool
* To decide upon standards and guidelines for tool implementation and usage
* To estimate the costs and resources required for tool deployment and maintenance
* Therefore, option C is not a valid objective of a pilot project, as it is not necessary to train all testers on using the tool at this stage. Training all testers on using the tool would be more appropriate after the tool has been selected and approved for full-scale implementation, and after the standards and guidelines have been established. Training all testers on using the tool during the pilot project would be inefficient, costly, and premature, as the tool may not be suitable or effective for the intended purpose, or may be replaced by another tool later.
References:
1: ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus 2018, Version 4.0, p. 82
2: ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus 2018, Version 4.0, p. 83
3: ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus 2018, Version 4.0, p. 84
4: ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus 2018, Version 4.0, p. 85
NEW QUESTION # 47
Which of the following statements about the typical activities of a formal review process is true?
- A. Individual review is only mandatory when the size of the work product under review is too large to cover at the review meeting
- B. Choosing which standards to follow during the review process is usually made during review planning
- C. One of the main goals of the review meeting is to make sure that all participants are aware of their roles and responsibilities in the review process
- D. Various review techniques that may be applied by participants during individual review are described in the ISO/IEC/IEEE 29119-3 standard
Answer: B
Explanation:
During the review planning phase of a formal review process, decisions are made regarding which standards and procedures will be followed. This planning ensures that the review process is structured, consistent, and aligned with organizational or project-specific guidelines, thereby enhancing the effectiveness and reliability of the review outcomes.
NEW QUESTION # 48
The following chart represents metrics related to testing of a project that was competed. Indicate what is represented by tie lines A, B and the axes X.Y
- A.
- B.
- C.
- D.
Answer: C
Explanation:
Option D correctly explains what is represented by the lines A, B and the axes X, Y in a testing metrics chart. According to option D:
X-axis represents Time
Y-axis represents Count
Line A represents Number of open bugs
Line B represents Total number of executed tests
This information is essential in understanding and analyzing the testing metrics of a completed project.
NEW QUESTION # 49
Use Scenario 1 "Happy Tomatoes" (from the previous question).
Using theBoundary Value Analysis (BVA)technique (in its two-point variant), identify the set of input values that provides the HIGHEST coverage.
- A. {7,8,21,22,29,30}
- B. {7,8,22,23,29,30}
- C. {6,7,8,21,22,29,31}
- D. {6,7,21,22,29,30}
Answer: A
Explanation:
Boundary Value Analysis (BVA)focuses on test cases at the edges of partitions because defects often occur at boundaries. The temperature ranges are:
* #7 (Too cold # W)
* [8-21] (Standstill # X)
* [22-29] (Ideal # Y)
* #30 (Too hot # Z)
Atwo-point BVAmeans testing both thelower and upper boundary valuesof each partition.The correct selection{7,8,21,22,29,30}includes:
* 7 # Boundary of Too Cold (W)
* 8 # Lower boundary of Standstill (X)
* 21 # Upper boundary of Standstill (X)
* 22 # Lower boundary of Ideal (Y)
* 29 # Upper boundary of Ideal (Y)
* 30 # Lower boundary of Too Hot (Z)
This ensures maximum boundary coverage.
NEW QUESTION # 50
Consider a review for a high-level architectural document written by a software architect. The architect does most of the review preparation work, including distributing the document to reviewers before the review meeting. However, reviewers are not required to analyze the document in advance, and during the review meeting the software architect explains the document step by step. The only goal of this review is to establish a common understanding of the software architecture that will be used in a software development project.
Which of the following review types does this review refer to?
- A. Audit
- B. Informal review
- C. Walkthrough
- D. Inspection
Answer: C
Explanation:
This answer is correct because a walkthrough is a type of review where the author of the work product leads the review process and explains the work product to the reviewers. The reviewers are not required to prepare for the review in advance, and the main objective of the walkthrough is to establish a common understanding of the work product and to identify any major defects or issues. A walkthrough is usually informal and does not follow a defined process or roles. In this case, the review for a high-level architectural document written by a software architect matches the characteristics of a walkthrough. Reference: ISTQB Glossary of Testing Terms v4.0, ISTQB Foundation Level Syllabus v4.0, Section 2.4.2.2
NEW QUESTION # 51
Which of the following statements refers to a good testing practice that applies to all software development lifecycles?
- A. Test analysis and design for any test levels should begin as soon as coding is complete, and all system components are available for testing
- B. All the tests should be automated and run as part of the continuous integration process with every software change
- C. Each test level should have its own specific test objectives that should be consistent with the software development lifecycle phase or type of activities it addresses
- D. The most efficient and effective method of conveying information to and within a development team is face-to-face conversation
Answer: C
Explanation:
Good testing practices that apply to all software development lifecycles include having specific test objectives for each test level that align with the phase of the software development lifecycle and the type of activities being addressed. This approach ensures that testing activities are relevant and appropriate for the specific stage of development, enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of the testing process.
References:
* ISTQB CTFL Syllabus 4.0, Chapter 2.1.2, page 24: Software Development Lifecycle and Good Testing Practices
NEW QUESTION # 52
Which of the following statements best describes how configuration management supports testing?
- A. Configuration management helps ensure that all relevant project documentation and software items are uniquely identified in all their versions and therefore can be unambiguously referenced in test documentation
- B. Configuration management is an administrative discipline that includes change control, which is the process of controlling the changes to identified items referred to as Configuration Items'
- C. Configuration management is an approach to interoperability testing where tests are executed in the cloud, as the cloud can provide cost-effective access to multiple configurations of the test environments
- D. Configuration management helps reduce testing effort by identifying a manageable number of test environment configurations in which to test the software, out of all possible configurations of the environment in which the software will be released
Answer: A
Explanation:
This answer is correct because configuration management is a process of establishing and maintaining consistency of a product's performance, functional, and physical attributes with its requirements, design, and operational information throughout its life. Configuration management helps ensure that all relevant project documentation and software items are uniquely identified in all their versions and therefore can be unambiguously referenced in test documentation. This supports testing by providing traceability, consistency, and control over the test artifacts and the software under test. References: : ISTQB Glossary of Testing Terms v4.0, : ISTQB Foundation Level Syllabus v4.0, Section 2.2.2.2
NEW QUESTION # 53
Which of the following s the most correct statement about state testing techniques?
- A. Static techniques can be used by inexperienced users.
- B. Static techniques are always cheaper than dynamic techniques.
- C. Static techniques find more detects then dynamic techniques.
- D. Static techniques can be used before all code is ready for execution
Answer: D
Explanation:
State testing techniques are a type of dynamic testing techniques that are based on the behavior of the system under test for different input conditions and events. Dynamic testing techniques require the system to be executed with test cases, whereas static testing techniques do not. Static testing techniques can be applied before the code is ready for execution, such as reviews, inspections, walkthroughs, and static analysis. Static testing techniques can help find defects early in the development process, improve the quality of the code, and reduce the cost and effort of dynamic testing. References = ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) v4.0 Syllabus, Chapter 4, Section 4.2.1, Page 281; ISTQB Glossary of Testing Terms v4.0, Page 292
NEW QUESTION # 54
In which of the following test documents would you expect to find test exit criteria described9
- A. Test plan
- B. Project plan
- C. Test design specification
- D. Requirements specification
Answer: A
Explanation:
Test exit criteria are the conditions that must be fulfilled before concluding a particular testing phase. These criteria act as a checkpoint to assess whether we have achieved the testing objectives and are done with testing1. Test exit criteria are typically defined in the test plan document, which is one of the outputs of the test planning phase. The test plan document describes the scope, approach, resources, and schedule of the testing activities. It also identifies the test items, the features to be tested, the testing tasks, the risks, and the test deliverables2. According to the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus v4.0, the test plan document should include the following information related to the test exit criteria3:
The criteria for evaluating test completion, such as the percentage of test cases executed, the percentage of test coverage achieved, the number and severity of defects found and fixed, the quality and reliability of the software product, and the stakeholder satisfaction.
The criteria for evaluating test process improvement, such as the adherence to the test strategy, the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing activities, the lessons learned and best practices identified, and the recommendations for future improvements.
Therefore, the test plan document is the most appropriate test document to find the test exit criteria described. The other options, such as test design specification, project plan, and requirements specification, are not directly related to the test exit criteria. The test design specification describes the test cases and test procedures for a specific test level or test type3. The project plan describes the overall objectives, scope, assumptions, risks, and deliverables of the software project4. The requirements specification describes the functional and non-functional requirements of the software product5. None of these documents specify the conditions for ending the testing process or evaluating the testing outcomes. Reference = ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus v4.0, Entry and Exit Criteria in Software Testing | Baeldung on Computer Science, Entry And Exit Criteria In Software Testing - Rishabh Software, Entry and Exit Criteria in Software Testing Life Cycle - STLC [2022 Updated] - Testsigma Blog, ISTQB® releases Certified Tester Foundation Level v4.0 (CTFL).
NEW QUESTION # 55
As a tester, as part of a V-model project, you are currently executing some tests aimed at verifying if a mobile app asks the user to grant the proper access permissions during the installation process and after the installation process. The requirements specification states that in both cases the app shall ask the user to grant access permissions only to the camera and photos stored on the device. However, you observe that the app also asks the user to grant access permission to all contacts on the device. Consider the following items:
[I]. Test environment
[II]. Expected result
[III]. Actual result
[IV]. Test level
[V]. Root cause
Based on only the given information, which of the items listed above, are you able to correctly specify in a defect report?
- A. [I]. [IV] and [V]
- B. [II]and [III]
- C. [II]. [Ill] and [V]
- D. [I]and [IV]
Answer: B
Explanation:
In the V-model project described in the question, the tester can identify the following based on the provided information:
* Expected result (II): The requirements specification clearly states that the app should only ask for access permissions to the camera and photos stored on the device during and after installation. This expected behavior is defined by the requirements.
* Actual result (III): The tester observes that the app also requests access to all contacts on the device, which deviates from the expected result. This actual observation can be recorded accurately.
Given these details, the tester can specify the expected result (II) and the actual result (III) in the defect report.
However, without more information, the tester cannot determine the test environment (I), the test level (IV), or the root cause (V).
References:
* ISTQB CTFL Syllabus V4.0, Section 5.5 on Defect Reporting
* Typical contents of a defect report as mentioned in the syllabus include the expected result and the actual result observed during testing.
NEW QUESTION # 56
From a testing perspective, configuration management:
- A. allows the expected results to be compared with the actual results
- B. allows the tracking of all changes to versions of the testware
- C. includes all activities that direct and control an organization with regard to quality
- D. focuses on configuring static analysis tools to choose the most suitable breadth and depth of analysis
Answer: B
Explanation:
Configuration management (CM) in the context of testing involves the process of managing changes to the software and its associated artifacts, such as test plans, test cases, test scripts, and test results. It ensures that all changes are systematically tracked and controlled throughout the software development lifecycle.
* Option A: Incorrect. While CM supports consistency in test environments, it is not specifically about comparing expected and actual results.
* Option B: Correct. CM allows tracking all changes to versions of testware, ensuring that the correct versions are used and any changes are documented and managed.
* Option C: Incorrect. This describes quality management, not configuration management.
* Option D: Incorrect. Configuration management does not focus on configuring static analysis tools.
NEW QUESTION # 57
Which of the following statements is true?
- A. Experience-based test techniques rely on the experience of testers to identify the root causes of defects found by black-box test techniques
- B. Some of the most common test basis used by white-box test techniques include user stories, use cases and business processes
- C. The primary goal of experience-based test techniques is to design test cases that can be easily automated using a GUI-based test automation tool
- D. Experience-based test techniques are often useful to detect hidden defects that have not been targeted by black-box test techniques
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
Experience-based test techniques are test design techniques that rely on the experience, knowledge, intuition, and creativity of the testers to identify and execute test cases that are likely to find defects in the software system. Experience-based test techniques are often useful to detect hidden defects that have not been targeted by black-box test techniques, which are test design techniques that use the external behavior and specifications of the software system as the test basis, without considering its internal structure or implementation.
Experience-based test techniques can complement black-box test techniques by covering aspects that are not explicitly specified, such as usability, security, reliability, performance, etc. The other statements are false, because:
Experience-based test techniques do not rely on the experience of testers to identify the root causes of defects found by black-box test techniques, but rather to identify the potential sources of defects based on their own insights, heuristics, or exploratory testing. The root causes of defects are usually identified by debugging or root cause analysis, which are activities that involve examining the code or the development process to find and fix the errors that led to the defects.
Some of the most common test basis used by white-box test techniques include the source code, the design documents, the architecture diagrams, and the control flow graphs of the software system.
White-box test techniques are test design techniques that use the internal structure and implementation of the software system as the test basis, and aim to achieve a certain level of test coverage based on the code elements, such as statements, branches, paths, etc. User stories, use cases, and business processes are examples of test basis used by black-box test techniques, as they describe the functional and non-functional requirements of the software system from the perspective of the users or the stakeholders.
The primary goal of experience-based test techniques is not to design test cases that can be easily automated using a GUI-based test automation tool, but rather to design test cases that can reveal defects that are not easily detected by other test techniques, such as boundary value analysis, equivalence partitioning, state transition testing, etc. Test automation is the use of software tools to execute test cases and compare actual results with expected results, without human intervention. Test automation can be applied to different types of test techniques, depending on the test objectives, the test levels, the test tools, and the test resources. However, test automation is not always feasible or beneficial, especially for test cases that require human judgment, creativity, or exploration, such as those designed by experience-based test techniques. References: ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) v4.0 sources and documents:
ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus v4.0, Chapter 2.2.1, Black-box Test Design Techniques ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus v4.0, Chapter 2.2.2, White-box Test Design Techniques ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus v4.0, Chapter 2.2.3, Experience-based Test Design Techniques ISTQB Glossary of Testing Terms v4.0, Experience-based Test Technique, Black-box Test Technique, White-box Test Technique, Test Basis, Test Coverage, Test Automation
NEW QUESTION # 58
A virtual service emulating a real third-party service and the automated test scripts (aimed at testing the system under test) that interact with that service, are test work products that are typically created during:
- A. Test monitoring and control
- B. Test analysis
- C. Test design
- D. Test implementation
Answer: D
Explanation:
This answer is correct because test implementation is the activity where test work products, such as test cases, test data, test scripts, test harnesses, test stubs, or virtual services, are created and verified. Test implementation also involves setting up the test environment and preparing the test execution schedule. A virtual service emulating a real third-party service and the automated test scripts that interact with that service are examples of test work products that are typically created during test implementation. References: ISTQB Glossary of Testing Terms v4.0, ISTQB Foundation Level Syllabus v4.0, Section 2.2.2.3
NEW QUESTION # 59
Which ONE of the following options BEST describes a key characteristic of non-functional testing?
- A. Limiting non-functional testing to security testing and performance testing only.
- B. Performing non-functional testing starting at the system test level.
- C. Conducting non-functional testing exclusively at the acceptance test level.
- D. Ensuring non-functional testing focuses only on user experience and usability.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Non-functional testing evaluates attributes like performance, security, and usability, which are typically assessed at thesystem test level or higher(A). It is not restricted to acceptance testing (B), goes beyond security and performance testing (C), and covers more than just user experience (D).
NEW QUESTION # 60
Who of the following has the best knowledge to decide what tests in a test project should be automated?
- A. The customer
- B. The developer
- C. The test leader
- D. The development manager
Answer: C
Explanation:
The test leader is the person who is responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling the test activities and resources in a test project. The test leader should have the best knowledge of the test objectives, scope, risks, resources, schedule, and quality criteria. The test leader should also be aware of the test automation criteria, such as the execution frequency, the test support, the team education, the roles and responsibilities, and the devs and testers collaboration1. Based on these factors, the test leader can decide which tests are suitable for automation and which are not, and prioritize them accordingly. The test leader can also coordinate with the test automation engineers, the developers, and the stakeholders to ensure the alignment of the test automation strategy with the test project goals and expectations. References = ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) v4.0 Syllabus, Chapter 2, Section 2.3.1, Page 152; ISTQB Glossary of Testing Terms v4.0, Page 403; ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) v4.0 Syllabus, Chapter 6, Section
6.1.1, Page 514; Top 8 Test Automation Criteria You Need To Fulfill - QAMIND1
NEW QUESTION # 61
For a given set of test-cases, which of the following is a benefit of running these tests with a test automation tool?
- A. The time spent on repetitive tasks is reduced.
- B. The total cost of the test project always decreases
- C. The number of found bugs is reduced.
- D. Test coverage is increased.
Answer: A
Explanation:
One of the primary benefits of using test automation tools is the reduction in time spent on repetitive tasks.
Automation allows tests to be run quickly and consistently, freeing up testers to focus on more complex and exploratory testing tasks. While automation can help increase test coverage and improve efficiency, it does not necessarily reduce the number of found bugs or always decrease the total cost of the test project.
References:
* ISTQB CTFL Syllabus V4.0, Section 6.2 on the benefits of test automation.
NEW QUESTION # 62
Which of the following statements best describes how configuration management supports testing?
- A. Configuration management helps ensure that all relevant project documentation and software items are uniquely identified in all their versions and therefore can be unambiguously referenced in test documentation
- B. Configuration management is an administrative discipline that includes change control, which is the process of controlling the changes to identified items referred to as Configuration Items'
- C. Configuration management is an approach to interoperability testing where tests are executed in the cloud, as the cloud can provide cost-effective access to multiple configurations of the test environments
- D. Configuration management helps reduce testing effort by identifying a manageable number of test environment configurations in which to test the software, out of all possible configurations of the environment in which the software will be released
Answer: A
Explanation:
This answer is correct because configuration management is a process of establishing and maintaining consistency of a product's performance, functional, and physical attributes with its requirements, design, and operational information throughout its life. Configuration management helps ensure that all relevant project documentation and software items are uniquely identified in all their versions and therefore can be unambiguously referenced in test documentation. This supports testing by providing traceability, consistency, and control over the test artifacts and the software under test. Reference: : ISTQB Glossary of Testing Terms v4.0, : ISTQB Foundation Level Syllabus v4.0, Section 2.2.2.2
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