9 Test Plan Template

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What is the primary purpose of the Introduction section in a Test Plan?

To provide an overview of the testing strategy (correct)

To outline the scope of the project testing

To define the features to be tested

To describe the environmental needs for testing

What is the purpose of the Scope section in a Test Plan?

To provide training needs for the testing team

To define the features to be included and excluded from testing (correct)

To outline the testing strategy

To describe the testing environment

What does the 'Test Schedule and Estimation' section of a test plan include?

Roles and responsibilities of team members

Detailed schedule of testing milestones and deadlines (correct)

A list of test deliverables

Risks and contingency plans

What is described in the Test Strategy section of a Test Plan?

The overall approach to testing Signup and view all the answers

What is typically mentioned in the Environmental Needs section of a Test Plan?

The hardware and software requirements for testing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Exit Criteria' section of a test plan?

To specify the conditions for test completion Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Staffing and Training Needs section in a Test Plan?

To identify the resources and training required for testing Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the 'Test Deliverables' section of a test plan?

List of documents and artifacts to be prepared Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Suspension and Resumption Criteria' section of a test plan?

To specify the conditions for test suspension and resumption Signup and view all the answers

What is typically included in the Features to be tested section of a Test Plan?

A list of features to be tested Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned in the Features NOT to be tested section of a Test Plan?

A list of features to be excluded from testing Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Responsibilities' section of a test plan document?

Lists the roles and responsibilities of team members Signup and view all the answers

What is typically described in the Introduction section of a Test Plan?

The information necessary to effectively define the testing of the Application Under Test Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Risk and Contingencies' section of a test plan?

To identify and mitigate risks Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Assumptions' section of a test plan include?

Assumptions considered during the test phase Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Test References' section of a test plan?

To provide references to supporting documents Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Test Plan Template Overview

A test plan document outlines the strategy to successfully carry out the testing of the Application Under Test (AUT)
It includes the scope of the project testing, giving an idea of what will be covered in the test plan

Scope of Testing

Defines the approved work for the testing team
Facilitates reporting and describes areas included and excluded from testing
Includes features to be tested and those not to be tested, along with reasons for exclusion

Test Strategy

Describes the overall approach to testing
Mentions various techniques, methodology, and testing levels and types
Includes the number of testing rounds and defect-tracking process
Lists the tools to be used for testing

Environmental Needs

Defines the hardware and software requirements for testing
Includes specific devices and software versions
Mentions the tools to be used for testing

Staffing and Training Needs

Identifies the required resources and training needed for efficient testing execution
Provides a better idea of the total time and cost involved in training

Test Schedule and Estimation

Includes details about the target start and end date of test execution
Provides a detailed schedule of testing milestones, activities, and deadlines

Test Deliverables

Defines the list of documents/artifacts to be delivered during the testing life cycle
Includes the schedule and timeline for preparation and submission of these artifacts

Exit Criteria

Describes the conditions that must be satisfied before the test is completed

Suspension and Resumption Criteria

Describes the conditions when testing needs to be suspended and when it can be resumed

Responsibilities

Details the roles and responsibilities of each team member involved in testing

Risk and Contingencies

Defines pre-identified risks and associated mitigation plans
Describes actions to be taken when a hazard occurs

Assumptions

Describes the assumptions to be considered during the test phase

Test References

Lists the documents that can be referred to during testing, such as UI design, user stories, and system design documents

Review and Approvals

Includes the names of people who should review and approve the test plan document
Mentions the person who should sign off the testing phase

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Understanding the test plan approach and scope for effective testing of the Application Under Test.