Chapter 6 - Quiz Flashcards
Which one of the following is MOST likely to be a benefit of test execution tools?
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
Which one of the following test tools is mostly suitable for developers rather than testers?
Static analysis tools
Question #6.1.03
Given the following test activities and test tools:
- Performance measurement and dynamic analysis
- Test execution and logging
- Management of testing and testware
- 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?
- 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
Which of the following tools is most useful for reporting test metrics?
Test management tool
Test management tools support the activities associated with test manager including metrics
Which of the following is an example of a tool that supports static testing?
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
What is the primary purpose of a test execution tool?
It runs automated test scripts to test the test object
Test approach, a generic script processes action words, which then calls scripts to process the associated test data:
Keyword-driven test approach
Which of the following is a good reason for a developer to use a Test Harness tool?
To simplify running unit tests when related components are not available yet, by using drivers and stubs
Which of the following is not considered as a benefit of testing tools?
Easy to implement and maintain
Find the mismatch
Configuration management tools - Provide progress reports and keeping track of testing activities
Which of the following BEST describes a Capturing test approach?
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 #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
I - C
II - B
III - D
IV - A
Which one of the following examples describes a typical benefit of static analysis supported by tools?
Static analysis supported by tools may find defects prior to manual test execution
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
Benefits -> II, III, VI, VII
Risks -> I, IV, V
Which one of the following characteristics of test execution tools describes best a specific characteristic of a Data-driven testing?
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 #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
II. Support for requirements traceability activities
III. The generation of testing progress reports
IV. Link with test object version information
Question #6.1.20
Which of the following tools would you use to detect a memory leak?
Dynamic analysis tools
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
I. Reduction of repetitive testing procedures
III. Ability to get an objective assessment of progress
IV. Greater consistency in testing procedures
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
II. Coverage measurement tools
IV. Dynamic analysis tools
A tool that supports traceability, recording of incidents or scheduling of tests is called:
A test management tool
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
I. Easy to access information about tests and testing
IV. Greater consistency of tests
Which of the following is correct about static analysis tools
They help you find defects rather than failures
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
Requirements management tools
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
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
Which tool store information about versions and builds of software and testware
Configuration management tool
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
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
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?
The need to evaluate how the tool fits with existing processes and practices and determining what would need to change.
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?
Assess whether the benefits will be achieved at reasonable cost
Why is it important to define usage guidelines for a new tool?
Because this is a proven success factor in tool deployment
Which of the following are major objectives of a pilot project for a tool introduction?
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.
Which of the following would NOT be done as part of selecting a tool for an organization?
Roll out the tool to as many users as possible within the organization
Which of the following is a goal for a proof-of-concept or pilot phase for tool evaluation?
Decide on standard ways of using, managing, storing and maintaining the tool and the test assets
Which of the following is a TYPICAL objective of a pilot project for introducing a testing tool into an organization?
To assess whether the benefits will be achieved at a reasonable cost
What does a test execution tool enable?
Tests to be executed automatically, or semi automatically
Which of the following can be considered as success factors when deploying a new tool in an organization?
Providing coaching to users and defining usage guidelines
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
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 #6.2.16
Which of the following is NOT a goal of a Pilot Project for tool evaluation?
To reduce the defect rate in the Pilot Project
