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Introduction to Software Testing

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What is the primary focus of verification in software development?

To ensure the product is within budget

To ensure the product is built on time

To ensure the product is scalable

To ensure the product meets the desired requirements (correct)

What type of errors are inspections not good for discovering?

Semantic errors in the code

Syntax errors in the code

Logical errors in the code

Defects due to unexpected interactions between different parts of a program (correct)

What is a benefit of inspecting incomplete versions of a system?

It helps in identifying logical errors

It helps in identifying syntax errors

It helps in identifying semantic errors

It does not require additional costs (correct)

What is the primary difference between inspection and testing?

Inspection is a static process, testing is a dynamic process Signup and view all the answers

What is a broader quality attribute that can be considered during inspection?

Portability Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of software testing?

To identify defects in the system Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of validation testing?

To ensure the software meets its requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between validation and defect testing?

Validation testing focuses on demonstrating that the software meets its requirements, while defect testing focuses on discovering defects Signup and view all the answers

What is the main limitation of testing, according to Edsger Dijkstra et al. (1972)?

Testing can only show the presence of errors, not their absence Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of testing software using artificial data?

To discover defects in the software Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between testing and software verification and validation?

Testing is a subset of software verification and validation Signup and view all the answers

According to Barry Boehm (1979), what is the primary goal of validation?

Are we building the right product? Signup and view all the answers