ISTQB Fundamentals of Software Testing 2

Question 1

Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'test basis'?

Accepted Answer

Any artifact from which test conditions can be derived

Answer

The test basis includes any artifact (requirements, design docs, user stories, etc.) from which test conditions can be identified.

Question 2

What is the MAIN purpose of a test oracle?

Accepted Answer

To determine whether a test has passed or failed

Answer

A test oracle is a source of expected results used to determine whether actual test outcomes match expected outcomes.

Question 3

In ISTQB terminology, what is a 'test condition'?

Accepted Answer

A testable aspect of a component identified as a basis for testing

Answer

A test condition is a testable aspect of a component or system that can be exercised by one or more test cases.

Question 4

Which testing principle states that exhaustive testing is impossible?

Accepted Answer

Exhaustive testing is impossible

Answer

The principle 'Exhaustive testing is impossible' states that testing all combinations of inputs and preconditions is not feasible except in trivial cases.

Question 5

A tester finds that repeated use of the same test cases over time stops detecting new defects. Which ISTQB principle explains this?

Accepted Answer

Pesticide paradox

Answer

The pesticide paradox states that if the same tests are repeated, they eventually stop finding new bugs and must be reviewed and updated.

ISTQB - International Software Testing Qualifications Board Practice Test

ISTQB - International Software Testing Qualifications Board Practice Test

ISTQB Fundamentals of Software Testing 2