Test Planning and Execution Flashcards

What is the primary purpose of a test plan in software testing?

Answer: To define testing strategy and scope

A test plan serves as a document that outlines the testing strategy, objectives, scope, schedule, and resources needed for testing.

Which of the following is a key component of a test plan?

Answer: Test scope and objectives

A test plan typically includes scope, objectives, test environment, deliverables, and risk assessment.

What is the purpose of test execution in the software testing life cycle?

Answer: Running test cases and logging defects

Test execution involves running test cases, logging defects, and verifying that the software meets requirements.

Which metric is commonly used to track the progress of test execution?

Answer: Test case execution percentage

Test case execution percentage measures the number of executed test cases compared to the total planned test cases.

What is the benefit of using a test execution log?

Answer: To track test execution history and defects

A test execution log helps track test results, defects found, and execution history to ensure traceability and accountability.

Which activity is performed after test execution?

Answer: Defect reporting

Defect reporting is done after test execution to document any issues identified during testing.