CAST Test Documentation & Reporting Flashcards

What is the main difference between a test case and a test script?

Answer: A test case defines what to test; a test script provides step-by-step instructions for execution

Test cases define inputs and expected outputs, while test scripts provide detailed procedural steps for execution.

In test reporting, what does 'test coverage' measure?

Answer: The proportion of the test basis exercised by test cases

Test coverage measures how much of the test basis (requirements, code, etc.) has been exercised by the test suite.

Which of the following is a key output of the test closure phase?

Answer: Test Summary Report

The Test Summary Report is the primary deliverable produced at the end of the test closure phase.

When documenting test results, testers should use:

Answer: Precise, objective language with specific data

Test documentation must be precise and objective to ensure results are clear and actionable for all stakeholders.

What does a test progress report typically communicate to project management?

Answer: Current testing status, risks, and any deviations from the test plan

Test progress reports keep management informed of testing status, blockers, and any plan deviations.

Which test documentation artifact maps software requirements to their verification methods?

Answer: Requirements Traceability Matrix

The Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) links each requirement to its corresponding test cases and verification methods.