40 Questions Quiz 1 (1-40)

Question 1 of 40

1

How many test cases are required to cover 100% 0 - switch coverage respectively from X2?

Select one or more of the following:

A. 4
B. 1
C. 3
D. 2

Explanation

Question 2 of 40

1

From a Testing perspective, what are the MAIN purposes of Configuration Management?

i) Identifying the version of software under test.
ii) Controlling the version of testware items.
iii) Developing new testware items.
iv) Tracking changes to testw are items.
v) Analysing the need for new testware items.

Select one or more of the following:

A. ii, iv and v.
B. ii, iii and iv,
C. i, ii and iv.
D. i, iii and v.

Explanation

Question 3 of 40

1

Which of the following is a MAJOR task of test planning?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Scheduling test analysis and design tasks.
B. Initiating corrective actions.
C. Monitoring progress and test coverage.
D. Measuring and analyzing results.

Explanation

Question 4 of 40

1

Based on the IEEE Standard for Software Test Documentation (IEEE Std 829 - 1998), which of the following sections are part of the test summary report?
a) Summary
b) Test incident report identifier
c) Test deliverables
d) Risks and contingencies
e) Variances
f) Approvals
g) Output specifications

Select one or more of the following:

A. a, e and f
B. a, c and d
C. a, b and f
D. a, d and e

Explanation

Question 5 of 40

1

Which is a potential product risk factor?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Failure of third party vendor
B. Training issues
C. Problems requirements definition
D. Poor software functionality

Explanation

Question 6 of 40

1

Who typically use static analysis tools?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Customers and users
B. Developers and designers
C. Business and systems analysts
D. System and acceptance testers

Explanation

Question 7 of 40

1

Who would USUALLY perform debugging activities?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Developers.
B. Analysts.
C. Testers.
D. Incident Managers.

Explanation

Question 8 of 40

1

Which of the following would you NOT usually find on a software incident report?

Select one or more of the following:

A. The name and / or organisational position of the person raising the problem.
B. Version of the Software Under Test.
C. Suggestions as to how to fix the problem.
D. Actual and expected results.

Explanation

Question 9 of 40

1

Which of the following defines the expected results of a test?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Test case specification.
B. Test design specification.
C. Test procedure specification.
D. Test results.

Explanation

Question 10 of 40

1

Some tools are geared more for developer use. For the 5 tools listed, which statement BEST details those for developers
i) Performance testing tools.
ii) Coverage measurement tools.
iii) Test comparators.
iv) Dynamic analysis tools.
v) Incident management tools.

Select one or more of the following:

A. i, iii. and iv. are more for developers.
B. ii. and iv. are more for developers.
C. ii, iii and iv. are more for developers.
D. ii. and iii. are more for developers.

Explanation

Question 11 of 40

1

Which of the following is correct?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Impact analysis assesses the effect on the system of a defect found in regression testing.
B. Impact analysis assesses the effect of a new person joining the regression test team.
C. Impact analysis assesses whether or not a defect found in regression testing has been fixed correctly.
D. Impact analysis assesses the effect of a change to the system to determine how much regression testing to do.

Explanation

Question 12 of 40

1

In software testing what is the main purpose of exit criteria?

Select one or more of the following:

A. To enhance the security of the system
B. To prevent the endless loops in code.
C. To swerve as an alternative or "Plan-B"
D. To define when to stop testing

Explanation

Question 13 of 40

1

Given the following state transition diagram Which of the following series of state transitions contains an INVALID transition which may indicate a fault in the system design?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Login Browse Basket Checkout Basket Checkout Pay Logout.
B. Login Browse Basket Checkout Pay Logout.
C. Login Browse Basket Checkout Basket Logout.
D. Login Browse Basket Browse Basket Checkout Pay Logout.

Explanation

Question 14 of 40

1

Which of the following is a KEY test closure task?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Ensuring proper environment setup
B. Writing a test summary report
C. Assessing the need for additional tests
D. Finalizing and archiving testware.

Explanation

Question 15 of 40

1

What is beta testing?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Testing performed by potential customers at the developers location.
B. Testing performed by potential customers at their own locations.
C. Testing performed by product developers at the customer's location.
D. Testing performed by product developers at their own locations.

Explanation

Question 16 of 40

1

Given the following fragment of code, how many tests are required for 100% decision coverage?

if width > length
then
biggest_dimension = width
if height > width
then
biggest_dimension = height
end_if
else
biggest_dimension = length
if height > length
then
biggest_dimension = height
end_if
end_if

Select one or more of the following:

A. 3
B. 4
C. 2
D. 1

Explanation

Question 17 of 40

1

You have designed test cases to provide 100% statement and 100% decision coverage for the following fragment of code.

if width > length
then
biggest_dimension = width
else
biggest_dimension = length
end_if

The following has been added to the bottom of the code fragment above.

print "Biggest dimension is " & biggest_dimension
print "Width: " & width
print "Length: " & length
How many more test cases are required?

Select one or more of the following:

A. One more test case will be required for 100 % decision coverage.
B. Two more test cases will be required for 100 % statement coverage, one of which will be used to provide 100% decision coverage.
C. None, existing test cases can be used.
D. One more test case will be required for 100" statement coverage.

Explanation

Question 18 of 40

1

Which defects are OFTEN much cheaper to remove?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Usability defects found by customers
B. Defects in infrequently used functionality
C. Defects that were detected early
D. Minor defects that were found by users

Explanation

Question 19 of 40

1

Which activity in the fundamental test process creates test suites for efficient test execution?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Implementation and execution.
B. Planning and control.
C. Analysis and design.
D. Test closure.

Explanation

Question 20 of 40

1

Which of the following is TRUE?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Confirmation testing is testing fixes to a set of defects and Regression testing is testing to establish whether any defects have been introduced as a result of changes.
B. Confirmation testing is testing to establish whether any defects have been introduced as a result of changes and Regression testing is testing fixes to a set of defects.
C. Confirmation testing and Regression testing are both testing to establish whether any defects have been introduced as a result of changes.
D. Confirmation testing and Regression testing are both testing fixes to a set of defects.

Explanation

Question 21 of 40

1

Given the following decision table: Which of the following test cases and expected results is VALID?

Select one or more of the following:

A. 23 year old in insurance class A Premium is 90 and excess is 2,500.
B. 51 year old in insurance class C Premium is 70 and excess is 500.
C. 31 year old in insurance class B Premium is 90 and excess is 2,500.
D. 43 year old in insurance class C Premium is 70 and excess is 1,000.

Explanation

Question 22 of 40

1

When should configuration management procedures be implemented?

Select one or more of the following:

A. During test planning.
B. During test analysis.
C. During test execution.
D. When evaluating exit criteria

Explanation

Question 23 of 40

1

Which of the following are characteristic of regression testing ?
) Regression testing is run ONLY once
ii) Regression testing is used after fixes have been made
iii) Regression testing is often automated
iv) Regression tests need not be maintained

Select one or more of the following:

A. ii, iv.
B. ii, iii.
C. i, iii, iv.
D. iii.

Explanation

Question 24 of 40

1

Which of the problems below BEST characterize a result of software failure?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Damaged reputation
B. Lack of methodology
C. Inadequate training
D. Regulatory compliance

Explanation

Question 25 of 40

1

Which of the following activities should be performed during the selection and implementation of a testing tool?
i) Investigate the organisation's test process.
ii) Conduct a proof of concept.
iii) Implement the selected tool on a project behind schedule to save time.
iv) Identify coaching and mentoring requirements for the use of the selected tool.

Select one or more of the following:

A. i, ii, iii.
B. ii, iii, iv.
C. i, iii, iv.
D. i, ii, iv.

Explanation

Question 26 of 40

1

What is the MAIN benefit of designing tests early in the life cycle?

Select one or more of the following:

A. It is cheaper than designing tests during the test phases.
B. It helps prevent defects from being introduced into the code.
C. Tests designed early are more effective than tests designed later.
D. It saves time during the testing phases when testers are busy.

Explanation

Question 27 of 40

1

Which of the following benefits are MOST likely to be achieved by using test tools?
i) Easy to access information about tests and testing.
ii) Reduced maintenance of testware.
iii) Easy and cheap to implement.
iv) Greater consistency of tests.

Select one or more of the following:

A. ii and iv
B. ii and iii
C. i and iv
D. i and iii

Explanation

Question 28 of 40

1

Which of the following can be considered as success factors when deploying a new tool in an organization?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Providing coaching to users and defining usage guidelines
B. Monitoring tool usage and reducing the need for risk analysis
C. Improving processes and focusing more on component testing
D. Assessing testing completion and minimizing code reviews

Explanation

Question 29 of 40

1

What is the purpose of exit criteria?

Select one or more of the following:

A. To define when a test level is complete.
B. To determine when a test has completed.
C. To identify when a software system should be retired.
D. To determine whether a test has passed.

Explanation

Question 30 of 40

1

Which test design technique relies heavily on prior thorough knowledge of the system?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Data driven testing technique
B. Experience-based technique
C. White-box technique
D. Structure-based technique

Explanation

Question 31 of 40

1

With which of the following categories is a test comparator tool USUALLY associated?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Tool support for performance and monitoring.
B. Tool support for static testing.
C. Tool support for test execution and logging.
D. Tool support for the management of testing and tests.

Explanation

Question 32 of 40

1

Match the following terms and statements.

1.Decision Table Testing
2.Decision Testing
3.State Transition Testing
4.Exploratory Testing
W. Testing carried out within time boxes to achieve specific test objectives, possibly to complement structured testing.
X. A test technique used which may be used to verify different system responses depending on current conditions or previous history.
Y. A test technique which combines combinations of inputs that might not otherwise have been exercised during testing.
Z. A form of control flow testing based on decision outcomes.

Select one or more of the following:

A. 1Y, 2Z, 3X, 4W.
B. 1X ,2W, 3Z, 4Y.
C. 1Z, 2X, 3W, 4Y.
D. 1Z, 2Y, 3X, 4W.

Explanation

Question 33 of 40

1

Which activities form part of test planning?

i) Developing test cases.
ii) Defining the overall approach to testing.
iii) Assigning resources.
iv) Building the test environment
v) Writing test conditions.

Select one or more of the following:

A. i, ii & iv are true, iii & v are false.
B. ii & iii are true, i, iv & v are false.
C. iv & v are true, i, ii & iii are false.
D. i, ii & iii are true iv & v are false.

Explanation

Question 34 of 40

1

Which type of test design techniques does the following statement best describe a procedure to derive test cases based on the specification of a component?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Black Box Techniques.
B. White Box Techniques.
C. Glass Box Techniques.
D. Experience Based Techniques.

Explanation

Question 35 of 40

1

For which of the following would a static analysis tool be MOST useful?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Supporting reviews.
B. Validating models of the software.
C. Testing code executed in a special test harness.
D. Enforcement of coding standards.

Explanation

Question 36 of 40

1

Which test approaches or strategies are characterized by the descriptions below?
S. Process-compliant approaches
T. Heuristic approaches
U. Consultative approaches
V. Regression-averse approaches

1. Includes reuse of existing test material
2. Listens to suggestions from technology experts
3. Adheres to industry-specific standards
4. Runs test execution and evaluation concurrently

Select one or more of the following:

A. S4, T3, U2, V1
B. S1, T2, U3, V4
C. S2, T3, U1, V4
D. S3, T4, U2, V1

Explanation

Question 37 of 40

1

What principle is BEST described when test designs are written by a third party?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Exploratory testing
B. Independent testing
C. Integration testing
D. Interoperability testing

Explanation

Question 38 of 40

1

Which of the following is a benefit of test independence?

Select one or more of the following:

A. It does not require familiarity with the code.
B. It is cheaper than using developers to test their own code.
C. It avoids author bias in defining effective tests.
D. Testers are better at finding defects than developers.

Explanation

Question 39 of 40

1

The above diagram represents the following paths through the code.
A. vwy
B. vwz
C. vxy
D. vxz
What is the MINIMUM combination of paths required to provide full statement coverage?

Select one or more of the following:

A. A
B. ABD
C. ABCD
D. ACD

Explanation

Question 40 of 40

1

Which of the following is MOST characteristic of specification based (black-box) techniques?

Select one or more of the following:

A. Test cases can be easily automated.
B. Test cases are independent of each other.
C. Test cases are derived systematically from models of the system .
D. Test cases are derived systematically from the delivered code.

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Quiz on 40 Questions Quiz 1 (1-40), created by Daniel Neag on 03/12/2017.

40 Questions Quiz 1 (1-40)

Question 1 of 40

How many test cases are required to cover 100% 0 - switch coverage respectively from X2?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 2 of 40

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 3 of 40

Which of the following is a MAJOR task of test planning?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 4 of 40

Based on the IEEE Standard for Software Test Documentation (IEEE Std 829 - 1998), which of the following sections are part of the test summary report? a) Summary b) Test incident report identifier c) Test deliverables d) Risks and contingencies e) Variances f) Approvals g) Output specifications

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 5 of 40

Which is a potential product risk factor?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 6 of 40

Who typically use static analysis tools?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 7 of 40

Who would USUALLY perform debugging activities?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 8 of 40

Which of the following would you NOT usually find on a software incident report?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 9 of 40

Which of the following defines the expected results of a test?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 10 of 40

Some tools are geared more for developer use. For the 5 tools listed, which statement BEST details those for developers i) Performance testing tools. ii) Coverage measurement tools. iii) Test comparators. iv) Dynamic analysis tools. v) Incident management tools.

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 11 of 40

Which of the following is correct?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 12 of 40

In software testing what is the main purpose of exit criteria?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 13 of 40

Given the following state transition diagram Which of the following series of state transitions contains an INVALID transition which may indicate a fault in the system design?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 14 of 40

Which of the following is a KEY test closure task?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 15 of 40

What is beta testing?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 16 of 40

Given the following fragment of code, how many tests are required for 100% decision coverage? if width > length then biggest_dimension = width if height > width then biggest_dimension = height end_if else biggest_dimension = length if height > length then biggest_dimension = height end_if end_if

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 17 of 40

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 18 of 40

Which defects are OFTEN much cheaper to remove?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 19 of 40

Which activity in the fundamental test process creates test suites for efficient test execution?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Question 20 of 40

Which of the following is TRUE?

Select one or more of the following:

Explanation

Based on the IEEE Standard for Software Test Documentation (IEEE Std 829 - 1998), which of the following sections are part of the test summary report?
a) Summary
b) Test incident report identifier
c) Test deliverables
d) Risks and contingencies
e) Variances
f) Approvals
g) Output specifications

Some tools are geared more for developer use. For the 5 tools listed, which statement BEST details those for developers
i) Performance testing tools.
ii) Coverage measurement tools.
iii) Test comparators.
iv) Dynamic analysis tools.
v) Incident management tools.

Given the following fragment of code, how many tests are required for 100% decision coverage?

if width > length
then
biggest_dimension = width
if height > width
then
biggest_dimension = height
end_if
else
biggest_dimension = length
if height > length
then
biggest_dimension = height
end_if
end_if

Which of the following are characteristic of regression testing ?
) Regression testing is run ONLY once
ii) Regression testing is used after fixes have been made
iii) Regression testing is often automated
iv) Regression tests need not be maintained

Which of the following benefits are MOST likely to be achieved by using test tools?
i) Easy to access information about tests and testing.
ii) Reduced maintenance of testware.
iii) Easy and cheap to implement.
iv) Greater consistency of tests.

Which activities form part of test planning?

i) Developing test cases.
ii) Defining the overall approach to testing.
iii) Assigning resources.
iv) Building the test environment
v) Writing test conditions.