Exploratory Testing Heuristics and Test Oracles 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of using heuristics in exploratory testing?

Accepted Answer

To guide test idea generation and problem recognition efficiently

Answer

Heuristics are cognitive shortcuts that help exploratory testers efficiently generate test ideas and recognize potential problems without requiring exhaustive upfront planning.

Question 2

In the context of test oracles, 'consistency oracles' check whether:

Accepted Answer

The product behaves consistently with standards, history, claims, or comparable products

Answer

Consistency oracles (like those in HICCUPPS) verify that the product behaves in a manner consistent with multiple external reference sources such as documented standards, prior versions, stated claims, and comparable products.

Question 3

The 'Image' heuristic in FEW HICCUPS asks the tester to consider:

Accepted Answer

Whether the product's behavior matches the organization's brand and reputation expectations

Answer

The Image heuristic asks whether the product's behavior reflects positively on the organization's desired brand image and public reputation.

Question 4

When a tester applies the 'Explainability' heuristic from FEW HICCUPS, they are asking:

Accepted Answer

Would I be able to explain this product behavior to a user without embarrassment?

Answer

The Explainability heuristic prompts testers to consider whether a behavior is justifiable and can be explained to users and stakeholders without causing embarrassment to the organization.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT included in the FEW HICCUPS oracle heuristics?

Accepted Answer

Efficiency

Answer

FEW HICCUPS stands for Familiar, Explainability, World, History, Image, Comparable Products, Claims, User Expectations, Product, and Standards — Efficiency is not one of these oracle categories.

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Exploratory Testing Heuristics and Test Oracles 2