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Question 61

Test Tools and Automation
Assume you are managing a test automation project for a mission-critical system.
Because vendor provided tools and open source solutions don't meet the needs of this project, you ask your test team to develop a custom automation framework.
Which of the following management issues associated to the development of this custom automation framework is least likely to manage?
Number of correct responses: 1
K2 1 credit

A.The custom automation framework will require an adequate documentation
B.The changes to the custom automation framework should be communicated to all external users of this tool under the GNU license
C.Proper testing for the custom automation framework must be performed
D.The custom automation framework will need proper maintenance

Question 62

Testing Process
Which of the following statements describing the consequences of specifying test conditions at a detailed level is NOT true?

A.In an environment where the test basis is continuously changing, it is recommended to specify test conditions at a detailed level in order to achieve a better maintainability
B.The specification of test conditions at a detailed level can be effective when no formal requirements or other development work products are available
C.The specification of test conditions at a detailed level can require the implementation of an adequate level of formality across the team
D.For system testing, the specification of test conditions at a detailed level, carried out early in the project as soon as the test basis is established, can contribute to defect prevention

Question 63

Test Management
Which of the following statements best describes an appropriate approach for managing exploratory testing?
Number of correct responses: 1
K2 1 credit

A.Break the testing work in 30 to 120 minutes sessions and use properly defined mission statements consisting of two or three sentences to guide testing during these sessions
B.Exploratory testing should not be managed because such testing is inherently unmanageable and not measurable
C.Define very generic charters to drive exploratory testing sessions of 2 days where testers are completely free to decide what to test
D.Define very detailed mission statements, which allow testing work to be broken into sessions of up to 10 minutes duration in which testing is guided by these mission statements

Question 64

People Skills - Team Composition
Your test team consists of four members (Mary, Bob, Mark, Dave) with different interpersonal skills.
The following skills assessment spreadsheet shows the characteristics of the team members with respect to a list of interpersonal-skills (for each characteristic only the member with the highest level of that characteristic is indicated and marked with 'X'):

On the next project a member of your test team will have to perform some routine tasks requiring collaboration with other teams.
Who in your test team would you expect to be most suitable at doing these tasks?

A.Dave
B.Mary
C.Mark
D.Bob

Question 65

The test team is using a distributed model for testing.
What is the primary factor you should consider with this model? [1]

A.Alignment of methodologies
B.Co-location of test team
C.Provision of growth opportunities for the individual testers
D.Planned vs. actual hours

Correct Answer: A

A distributed model for testing is a testing model that involves testers working in different locations, time zones, or organizations, such as onshore, offshore, or nearshore1. The primary factor that you should consider with this model is the alignment of methodologies, which means that the testers follow the same or compatible testing processes, standards, tools, and techniques, regardless of their location, time zone, or organization2. The alignment of methodologies can help to ensure the consistency, quality, and efficiency of the testing activities, as well as to facilitate the communication, coordination, and collaboration among the testers3. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Option B is incorrect because co-location of test team is not a factor that you should consider with a distributed model for testing, but rather a factor that is contrary to a distributed model for testing. Co-location of test team means that the testers work in the same physical location, which can have some advantages, such as easier communication, faster feedback, and stronger team spirit, but also some disadvantages, such as higher costs, limited resources, and less diversity4. Option C is incorrect because provision of growth opportunities for the individual testers is not a factor that you should consider with a distributed model for testing, but rather a factor that is relevant to any testing model. Provision of growth opportunities for the individual testers means that the testers are given the chance to learn new skills, gain new experiences, and advance their careers, which can have some benefits, such as increased motivation, productivity, and retention of the testers. Option D is incorrect because planned vs. actual hours is not a factor that you should consider with a distributed model for testing, but rather a factor that is relevant to any testing model. Planned vs. actual hours is a testing metric that compares the estimated and the actual effort spent on the testing activities, which can help to measure the accuracy of the test estimation, the efficiency of the test execution, and the variance of the test schedule. References: 1: ISTQB Glossary, Distributed Testing 2: Distributed Testing - Software Testing Fundamentals 3: ISTQB Advanced Level Test Manager Syllabus, Section 3.2.1 4: Co-located vs. Distributed Teams: What's the Difference? : How to Provide Growth Opportunities for Employees : Software Testing Metrics: What is, Types & Example

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