Which of the following statements about Experience Based Techniques (EBT) is correct?

Which of the following statements about Experience Based Techniques (EBT) is correct?
A . EBT use tests derived from the test engineers’ previous experience with similar technologies.
B . EBT is based on the ability of the test engineer to implement various testing techniques.
C . EBT is done as a second stage of testing, after non-experienced-based testing took place.
D . EBT require broad and deep knowledge in testing but not necessarily in the application or technological domain.

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Experience based techniques (EBT) are techniques that use the knowledge, intuition and skills of the test engineers to design and execute tests. EBT use tests derived from the test engineers’ previous experience with similar technologies, domains, applications or systems. EBT are not based on the ability of the test engineer to implement various testing techniques, but rather on their personal judgment and creativity. EBT are not done as a second stage of testing, after non-experience-based testing took place, but rather as a complementary or alternative approach to other techniques. EBT require broad and deep knowledge in both testing and the application or technological domain, as this can help the test engineer identify potential risks, scenarios or defects.

Reference: [A Study Guide to the ISTQB® Foundation Level 2018 Syllabus – Springer], Chapter 5, page 48-49.