Chapter 6 - Quiz

Question 1

Which one of the following is MOST likely to be a benefit of test execution tools?

Answer 1

It is easy to run regression tests

Reduction in repetitive manual work (e.g. running regression tests, environment set up/tear down tasks, re-entering the same test data, and checking against coding standards), thus saving time

Question 2

Which one of the following test tools is mostly suitable for developers rather than testers?

Answer 2

Static analysis tools

Question 3

Question #6.1.03

Given the following test activities and test tools:

1. Performance measurement and dynamic analysis
2. Test execution and logging
3. Management of testing and testware
4. Test design

A. Requirements coverage tools

B. Dynamic analysis tools

C. Test data preparation tools

D. Defect management tools

Which of the following BEST matches the activities and tools?

Answer 3

1. Performance measurement and dynamic analysis – (b) Dynamic analysis tools 2. Test execution and logging – (a) Requirements coverage tools 3. Management of testing and testware – (d) Defect management tools 4. Test design – (c) Test data preparation tools

Question 4

Which of the following tools is most useful for reporting test metrics?

Answer 4

Test management tool

Test management tools support the activities associated with test manager including metrics

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a tool that supports static testing?

Answer 5

A tool that assists with tracking the results of reviews

Reviews are a form of static testing and a tool that supports reviews is an example of a tool that supports static testing

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of a test execution tool?

Answer 6

It runs automated test scripts to test the test object

Question 7

Test approach, a generic script processes action words, which then calls scripts to process the associated test data:

Answer 7

Keyword-driven test approach

Question 8

Which of the following is a good reason for a developer to use a Test Harness tool?

Answer 8

To simplify running unit tests when related components are not available yet, by using drivers and stubs

Question 9

Which of the following is not considered as a benefit of testing tools?

Answer 9

Easy to implement and maintain

Question 10

Find the mismatch

Answer 10

Configuration management tools - Provide progress reports and keeping track of testing activities

Question 11

Which of the following BEST describes a Capturing test approach?

Answer 11

Capturing tests by recording the actions of a manual tester. A captured script is a linear representation with specific data and actions as part of each script.

Question 12

Question #6.1.14

Which of the following matches the activity (I to IV) to its most suitable type of tool (A to D)?

I. Analysis of code structure

II. Generation of test cases

III. Simulation of the environment in which a component is run

IV. Analysis of test metrics

A. Test management

B. Test design tool

C. Static analysis tool

D. Test harness

Answer 12

I - C
II - B
III - D
IV - A

Question 13

Which one of the following examples describes a typical benefit of static analysis supported by tools?

Answer 13

Static analysis supported by tools may find defects prior to manual test execution

Question 14

Question #6.1.17

Which of the following are benefits and which are risks of using tools to support testing?

I. Over-reliance on the tool

II. Greater consistency and repeatability

III. Objective assessment

IV. Unrealistic expectations

V. Underestimating the effort required to maintain the test assets generated by the tool

VI. Ease of access to information about tests or testing

VII. Repetitive work is reduced

Answer 14

Benefits -> II, III, VI, VII

Risks -> I, IV, V

Question 15

Which one of the following characteristics of test execution tools describes best a specific characteristic of a Data-driven testing?

Answer 15

Instead of the tester putting hard-coded data combinations into a spreadsheet, a tool generates and supplies data in real time, based on configurable parameters

Question 16

Question #6.1.19

Which of the following are test management tool capabilities?

I. The enforcement of coding standards

II. Support for requirements traceability activities

III. The generation of testing progress reports

IV. Link with test object version information

Answer 16

II. Support for requirements traceability activities

III. The generation of testing progress reports

IV. Link with test object version information

Question 17

Question #6.1.20

Which of the following tools would you use to detect a memory leak?

Answer 17

Dynamic analysis tools

Question 18

Question #6.1.21

Which of the following are potential benefits of adding tools to the test process?

I. Reduction of repetitive testing procedures

II. Ability to hire testers with fewer technical skills

III. Ability to get an objective assessment of progress

IV. Greater consistency in testing procedures

Answer 18

I. Reduction of repetitive testing procedures

III. Ability to get an objective assessment of progress

IV. Greater consistency in testing procedures

Question 19

Question #6.1.22

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

Answer 19

II. Coverage measurement tools

IV. Dynamic analysis tools

Question 20

A tool that supports traceability, recording of incidents or scheduling of tests is called:

Answer 20

A test management tool

Question 21

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

Answer 21

I. Easy to access information about tests and testing

IV. Greater consistency of tests

Question 22

Which of the following is correct about static analysis tools

Answer 22

They help you find defects rather than failures

Question 23

Tool which stores requirement statements, check for consistency and allow requirements to be prioritized and enable individual tests to be traceable to requirements, functions and features

Answer 23

Requirements management tools

Question 24

Question #6.1.27

Which of the following are general risks of using test-support tools during the testing process?

I. Underestimating the amount of time needed to learn the tool

II. Ease of access to information about tests will be decreased

III. There will be an increase in repetitive work for testers

IV. Having unrealistic expectations for test-support tools

V. Using test-support tools when manual testing would better serve

Answer 24

I. Underestimating the amount of time needed to learn the tool

IV. Having unrealistic expectations for test-support tools

V. Using test-support tools when manual testing would better serve

Question 25

Which tool store information about versions and builds of software and testware

Answer 25

Configuration management tool

Question 26

Question #6.1.29 Which of the following are disadvantages of Capturing test approach? I. The script may be unstable when unexpected events occur II. Data for a number of similar tests is automatically stored separately from the script III. Expected results must be added to the captured script IV. The captured script documents the exact inputs entered by the tester V. When replaying a captured test, the tester may need to debug the script if it doesn't play correctly

Answer 26

I. The script may be unstable when unexpected events occur III. Expected results must be added to the captured script IV. The captured script documents the exact inputs entered by the tester V. When replaying a captured test, the tester may need to debug the script if it doesn't play correctly

Question 27

Which of the following is MOST likely to be used as a reason for using a pilot project to introduce a tool into an organization?

Answer 27

The need to evaluate how the tool fits with existing processes and practices and determining what would need to change.

Question 28

You have just completed a pilot project for a regression testing tool. You understand the tool much better and have tailored your testing process to it. You have standardized an approach to using the tool and its associated work products. Which of the following is a typical test automation pilot project goal that remains to be carried out?

Answer 28

Assess whether the benefits will be achieved at reasonable cost

Question 29

Why is it important to define usage guidelines for a new tool?

Answer 29

Because this is a proven success factor in tool deployment

Question 30

Which of the following are major objectives of a pilot project for a tool introduction?

Answer 30

Learn, evaluate, decide, assess Learn more about the tool, evaluate the fit in the organization, decide on standard usage and assess benefits to be achieved are all objectives for a pilot project.

Question 31

Which of the following would NOT be done as part of selecting a tool for an organization?

Answer 31

Roll out the tool to as many users as possible within the organization

Question 32

Which of the following is a goal for a proof-of-concept or pilot phase for tool evaluation?

Answer 32

Decide on standard ways of using, managing, storing and maintaining the tool and the test assets

Question 33

Which of the following is a TYPICAL objective of a pilot project for introducing a testing tool into an organization?

Answer 33

To assess whether the benefits will be achieved at a reasonable cost

Question 34

What does a test execution tool enable?

Answer 34

Tests to be executed automatically, or semi automatically

Question 35

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

Answer 35

Providing coaching to users and defining usage guidelines

Question 36

Question #6.2.11 Which of the following activities should be considered before purchasing a tool for an organization? I. Ensure that the tool does not have a negative impact on existing test processes II. Produce a business justification examining both costs and benefits III. Determine whether the vendor will continue to provide support for the tool IV. Evaluation of the tool against clear requirements

Answer 36

II. Produce a business justification examining both costs and benefits III. Determine whether the vendor will continue to provide support for the tool IV. Evaluation of the tool against clear requirements

Question 37

Question #6.2.16 Which of the following is NOT a goal of a Pilot Project for tool evaluation?

Answer 37

To reduce the defect rate in the Pilot Project