ISTQB Fundamentals of Software Testing 5

Question 1

Which of the following BEST describes 'acceptance testing' in the ISTQB framework?

Accepted Answer

Formal testing to determine whether a system satisfies acceptance criteria for delivery

Answer

Acceptance testing determines whether a system meets the acceptance criteria and enables stakeholders to decide whether to accept the product.

Question 2

What is a 'defect cluster' in the context of software testing?

Accepted Answer

A concentration of defects found in a small number of modules

Answer

Defect clustering (an ISTQB principle) states that a small number of modules typically contain the majority of defects found during testing.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a NON-FUNCTIONAL test type?

Accepted Answer

Usability testing

Answer

Usability testing evaluates how easy and pleasant a system is to use, which is a non-functional quality characteristic.

Question 4

What is the purpose of 'test monitoring' during test execution?

Accepted Answer

To track progress against the plan and report status to stakeholders

Answer

Test monitoring gathers information and provides feedback about testing activities to compare actual progress against the test plan.

Question 5

In ISTQB terminology, what is the DIFFERENCE between a 'fault' and a 'failure'?

Accepted Answer

A fault is a defect in the code; a failure is the observable incorrect behavior caused by that defect

Answer

A fault (defect) is the flaw in the code or artifact, while a failure is the observable manifestation of that defect during execution.

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