Software Testing Flashcards

Which testing approach tests the interaction between integrated components or systems?

Answer: Integration testing

Integration testing verifies that different modules or services work correctly together when combined.

What is the primary goal of regression testing?

Answer: To ensure that previously working functionality still works after changes

Regression testing ensures that new code changes have not broken existing functionality that was previously working correctly.

What does 'MTTR' stand for in the context of software reliability testing?

Answer: Mean Time To Repair

MTTR (Mean Time To Repair) measures the average time required to repair a system after a failure occurs.

Which testing type checks whether the software performs well under expected and peak load conditions?

Answer: Performance testing

Performance testing evaluates how a system behaves in terms of speed, stability, and scalability under various load conditions.

In a test plan, what does 'test scope' define?

Answer: What will and will not be tested

Test scope defines the boundaries of testing by specifying which features and functions will be included or excluded from the test effort.

What is the difference between verification and validation in software testing?

Answer: Verification checks if we built it right; validation checks if we built the right thing

Verification ensures the product is built correctly per specifications, while validation ensures the right product is built to satisfy user needs.

Which test design technique is most suitable for testing systems with multiple input conditions and their combinations?

Answer: Decision table testing

Decision table testing is ideal for systems with complex combinations of conditions and actions, ensuring all combinations are considered.