CAST Test Execution and Reporting 3

Question 1

What distinguishes defect 'priority' from defect 'severity'?

Accepted Answer

Priority indicates the order in which it should be fixed; severity indicates impact

Answer

Priority reflects business urgency for fixing while severity reflects technical impact.

Question 2

During execution, a previously passing test now fails after a new build. This most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

A regression defect introduced by recent changes

Answer

A newly failing test that previously passed often signals a regression caused by recent code changes.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a defect lifecycle (workflow)?

Accepted Answer

To track a defect's status from discovery through resolution and closure

Answer

The defect lifecycle defines the states a defect passes through from opening to closure.

Question 4

Which of the following is the best practice when writing a defect report title?

Accepted Answer

Make it concise and specific about the problem

Answer

A clear, specific title helps stakeholders quickly understand and triage the defect.

Question 5

A 'deferred' defect status means:

Accepted Answer

The fix is postponed to a future release

Answer

A deferred defect is acknowledged but scheduled to be addressed in a later release.

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