CAST Defect Management

Question 1

What is the primary objective of defect management in software testing?

Accepted Answer

To identify, track, and resolve defects efficiently

Answer

Defect management ensures defects are identified, tracked, and resolved efficiently to improve software quality and reliability.

Question 2

Which defect severity level describes an issue that completely blocks system functionality?

Accepted Answer

Critical

Answer

A critical defect causes complete system failure or prevents further testing, requiring immediate attention.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a defect lifecycle in software testing?

Accepted Answer

To ensure defects are properly tracked and resolved

Answer

The defect lifecycle defines the stages a defect goes through from discovery to resolution, ensuring proper tracking and closure.

Question 4

Which defect status indicates that a defect has been fixed and is ready for retesting?

Accepted Answer

Fixed

Answer

The 'Fixed' status indicates that the defect has been addressed by developers and is ready to be verified through retesting.

Question 5

Which document is used to track and manage software defects?

Accepted Answer

Defect Report

Answer

A defect report documents defect details, including severity, priority, steps to reproduce, and current status for effective tracking and resolution.

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