Principles of Testing: Test Case Characteristics

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What is the purpose of writing accurate test cases?

To make the test cases difficult to understand.
To have dependency on other test cases.
To focus on the purpose of the testing. (correct)
To include unnecessary steps to ensure thoroughness.

Why should test cases be reusable?

To ensure they can be mapped to requirements.
To allow for performing the test over and over. (correct)
To make them compliant with regulations.
To increase complexity and make them difficult to understand.

What is the main characteristic of good test cases?

Being inconsistent and inconclusive.
Being focused on unnecessary steps.
Having a high level of complexity.
Being accurate and comprehensive. (correct)

Which level of test case writing involves automation of the project?

Level 4 (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why should test cases be independent?

To reduce reliance on other test cases for execution. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a test procedure consist of?

A group of small test cases, maximum of 10. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between a Test Case and a Test Scenario?

Test Cases are detailed steps to verify the expected output, while Test Scenarios are one-liner statements about what to test and expected results. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why are Test Scenarios important when time is limited for writing test cases?

Test Scenarios reduce complexity and ease catching mistakes during repetition. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do detailed Test Cases benefit the software testing process?

They provide detailed steps to verify expected output and ensure repeatability of testing. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario where development is onsite and QA is offshored, why are Test Cases considered more important?

To maintain synchronization between developers and QA teams. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common benefit of linking defects with test case IDs during defect reporting?

Aids in easy identification of issues and their source. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why are detailed Test Scenarios considered beneficial for new software testers?

To guard against missed requirements by developers. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of detailed test scenarios in software testing?

Saves time and resources (B) Signup and view all the answers

In software testing, which of the following can result from a lack of detailed test scenarios?

Difficulty in understanding what needs to be tested (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a test case in software testing?

To define how a specific functionality will be tested (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is early testing considered a fundamental principle in software testing?

To find defects as soon as possible (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which principle of testing emphasizes on the importance of adding new test cases regularly to find more bugs?

Fifth Principle (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does writing detailed test cases contribute to effective software testing?

Provides clear instructions on what needs to be tested (D) Signup and view all the answers