Importance of Code Coverage in Software Testing

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What is a benefit of achieving 100% code coverage?

Guaranteeing the absence of coding errors
Identifying coding errors
Ensuring all code is exercised by tests (correct)
Speeding up the software development process

What is the primary advantage of using standards in testing?

Improving testing quality (correct)
Reducing testing time
Increasing testing cost
Decreasing testing complexity

Which of the following standards is specifically focused on software component testing?

IEEE 610
ISO 9126-1
ISA 4126-1
BS-7925-2 (correct)

What is the primary goal of test process improvement?

To improve testing quality (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to consider the status of the software development process during test process improvement?

To consider the development process (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of ISO 9126-1?

To provide a basis for quality assurance solutions (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary limitation that the developers are facing while developing embedded software?

Lack of simulation environment to test software modules on the development host (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of introducing inspections and reviews in the development process?

To reduce the risk of defects without exercising the code (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tool is most suitable for ensuring higher quality of code during reviews?

Static analysis tool (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why reviews and inspections often fail as a process improvement action?

Insufficient management support for review initiatives (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of conducting reviews and inspections in the development process?

Improving code quality and reducing defects (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of introducing reviews and inspections in the development process?

To improve code quality and reduce defects (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of using a reference model like TMMi in software development?

To align with software process improvement (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a management review according to IEEE 1028?

To monitor progress and assess project status (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of testing as part of the requirements specification phase?

A requirements review meeting (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of process ownership in software development?

Management support and training (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of using a reference model like TMMi in software development?

Alignment with software process improvement (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a valid objective of testing in software development?

To reduce project timelines (C) Signup and view all the answers