Chapter 1 - Test Basics Flashcards
risk
A factor that could result in future negative consequences; usually expressed as impact and likelihood
product risk
A risk directly related to the test object. See also risk. [Note: We will also use the commonly used synonym quality risk in this book.]
risk impact: The damage that will be caused if the risk becomes an actual outcome or event
risk level
The importance of a risk as defined by its characteristics impact and likelihood. The level of risk can be used to determine the intensity of testing to be performed. A risk level can be expressed either qualitatively (e.g., high, medium, low) or quantitatively
risk likelihood
The estimated probability that a risk will become an actual outcome or event
risk-based testing
An approach to testing to reduce the level of product risks and inform stakeholders of their status, starting in the initial stages of a project. It involves the identification of product risks and the use of risk levels to guide the test process
risk analysis
The process of assessing identified project or product risks to determine their level of risk, typically by estimating their impact and probability of occurrence (likelihood).
risk assessment
The process of identifying and subsequently analyzing the identified project or product risk to determine its level of risk, typically by assigning likelihood and impact ratings. See also product risk, project risk, risk, risk impact, risk level, risk likelihood.
risk control
The process through which decisions are reached and protective measures are implemented for reducing risks to, or maintaining risks within, specified levels
risk identification
The process of identifying risks using techniques such as brainstorming, checklists, and failure history
risk management
Systematic application of procedures and practices to the tasks of identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, and controlling risk
risk mitigation
See risk control
