CAST Static Testing and Reviews 2

Question 1

Which type of review is the most formal and follows a defined process with documented entry and exit criteria?

Accepted Answer

Inspection

Answer

An inspection is the most formal review type, led by a trained moderator with strict entry/exit criteria and metrics collection.

Question 2

What is the primary benefit of static testing performed early in the software lifecycle?

Accepted Answer

It detects defects before code is executed, reducing cost of fixes

Answer

Static testing finds defects early without execution, when they are cheapest to fix.

Question 3

In a formal inspection, who is responsible for leading the meeting and ensuring the process is followed?

Accepted Answer

The moderator

Answer

The moderator leads the inspection, schedules it, and enforces the defined process.

Question 4

Which activity is characteristic of a walkthrough?

Accepted Answer

The author guides participants through the document to gather feedback

Answer

In a walkthrough, the author leads participants through the work product step by step.

Question 5

What does static analysis using a tool typically detect?

Accepted Answer

Coding standard violations and potential defects without running the code

Answer

Static analysis tools examine source code for standards violations and potential defects without execution.

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