Which of the following options BEST explains the pesticide paradox principle of testing?
A . If we do not regularly review and revise our tests, we’ll stop finding defects.
B . Repeatedly running a set of tests will ensure that a system is defect free.
C . Defects are, paradoxically, often contained in a small number of modules.
D . Testing, like spraying pesticide, is an effective bug/defect removal activity.
Answer: C
During which stage of the fundamental test process is the testability of requirements evaluated?
A . Test Execution.
B . Test Planning.
C . Test Design.
D . Test Analysis.
Answer: D
Which of the following options describe the chain of events in the correct sequence?
A . Error, fault, failure.
B . Fault, bug, mistake.
C . Mistake, failure, fault.
D . Failure, bug, error.
Answer: A
Assigned risk ratings are based upon:
A . Root cause analysis.
B . Risk probability and impact assessment.
C . Expert judgment.
D . Revised stakeholders’ tolerances.
Answer: B
In which development life cycle model is regression testing an increasingly important activity as the project progresses?
A . V-model.
B . Waterfall.
C . Scrum.
D . Progressive.
Answer: C
Which of the following BEST describes a Test Case?
A . A statement about “what to test” in terms of measurable coverage criteria from analysis of the test basis.
B . A set of preconditions, inputs, actions, expected results and postconditions developed based on test conditions.
C . A description of the test objectives to be achieved and the means and the schedule for achieving them.
D . A source to determine expected results to compare with the actual result of the system under test.
Answer: B
Which ONE of the following is the BEST way to take advantage of the different mindsets of testers and developers?
A . Insist on independent testing at all stages in the lifecycle.
B . Have all developers undergo ISTQB training.
C . Keep developers and testers in separate teams.
D . Bring the two mindsets together.
Answer: D
During the development of a software change for a system, the developer makes a mistake in his work, which leads to a fault in the code. Unfortunately, the fault is not found by software testing and is released into live.
What is the DEFINITE consequence of this mistake?
A . The system will fail, causing a defect.
B . If the defect is executed, the system may fail.
C . Loss of money, time, or business reputation.
D . Contractual requirements have not been met by testing.
Answer: B
Testing and Debugging are key activities in the software development lifecycle.
Which of the following are DEBUGGING activities?
a) Designing tests to find failures.
b) Locating the cause of failures.
c) Analysing and fixing the defects.
d) Executing tests to show failures.
A . a and d.
B . a and b.
C . b and c.
D . c and d.
Answer: B
Which of the following would achieve the HIGHEST level of testing independence for a project’s system test level?
A . Training developers to design good tests for the test team to execute.
B . Outsourcing test design and execution to a different company.
C . Having the company’s independent test team design and execute the tests.
D . Minimising contact between testers and developers during test design to avoid bias.
Answer: A