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Prüfung ohne Überschrift Number: 000-000 Passing Score: 800 Time Limit: 120 min File Version: 1.0 Prüfung A Frage 1 What are the essential characteristics of test automation solutions (TAS)? A. Closed B. Stable C.Understandable D.All of the above Richtige Antwort: C Bereich: (nicht) Explanation...

Prüfung ohne Überschrift Number: 000-000 Passing Score: 800 Time Limit: 120 min File Version: 1.0 Prüfung A Frage 1 What are the essential characteristics of test automation solutions (TAS)? A. Closed B. Stable C.Understandable D.All of the above Richtige Antwort: C Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 27 The correct answer is “Understandable” because, according to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, one of the essential characteristics of a Test Automation Solution (TAS) is that it should be easy to understand. Here’s why the other options are not the primary focus: Understandable: This characteristic ensures that the TAS can be easily comprehended by different stakeholders, facilitating maintenance, updates, and effective use. The other options, while important, are not the primary focus: Closed: This implies limited accessibility or flexibility, which is not a desirable characteristic for a TAS. Stable: Stability is important, but understandability is crucial for ensuring that the TAS can be effectively used and maintained. All of the above: This is incorrect because “Closed” is not an essential characteristic, and while stability is important, understandability is the key focus. Thus, understandability is highlighted as an essential characteristic to ensure the TAS is user-friendly and maintainable, aligning with the principles outlined in the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus. Frage 2 What category of maintenance involves making changes to support more test types or test automation for a new SUT? A. Preventive maintenance B. Corrective maintenance C.Perfective maintenance D.Adaptive maintenance Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 30 The correct answer is “Preventive maintenance” because, according to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, preventive maintenance involves making changes to the Test Automation Solution (TAS) to prevent future issues and to support new requirements, such as additional test types or new Systems Under Test (SUT). Here’s why the other options are not correct: Preventive maintenance: This type of maintenance is proactive, aiming to enhance the TAS to handle future needs and avoid potential problems. The other options are different types of maintenance: Corrective maintenance: Focuses on fixing defects or issues that have already been identified. Perfective maintenance: Involves improving or enhancing the TAS to add new features or improve performance, but not specifically for supporting new test types or SUTs. Adaptive maintenance: Involves modifying the TAS to adapt to changes in the environment or the SUT, but not necessarily to support new test types or automation. Thus, preventive maintenance is the correct category for making changes to support more test types or new SUTs, aligning with the principles outlined in the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus. Frage 3 Which of the following metrics is particularly useful for indicating the impact of changes made to the test automation solution? A. Ratio of failures to defects ○ B. Time to execute automated tests ◇ C.Effort to build automated tests ○ D.Code coverage Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 12 Monitoring the time it takes to execute automated tests is crucial for understanding the efficiency and effectiveness of the test automation solution, especially as changes are made to it. While all the listed metrics provide valuable insights into different aspects of test automation, the time to execute automated tests directly reflects the impact of any alterations or enhancements to the automation solution. When changes are introduced, the time taken to execute tests can increase or decrease, indicating how efficiently the new solution operates. A decrease in execution time suggests improvements in efficiency, while an increase may signify issues that need addressing. Therefore, tracking this metric helps the Test Automation Manager (TAM) and Test Automation Engineer (TAE) assess the effectiveness of their strategies and implementations. Option A, the ratio of failures to defects, is more focused on identifying potential redundancies in test cases rather than directly reflecting changes to the automation solution. Option C, effort to build automated tests, primarily deals with the costs associated with creating automation scripts and doesn't directly measure the impact of changes. Option D, code coverage, is essential for assessing the comprehensiveness of testing but doesn't provide immediate feedback on the effects of automation solution modifications. Frage 4 How can enhancements to underlying testware benefit automated test scripts? A. By increasing test complexity B. By decreasing test execution time C.By providing additional information D.By hiding defects in the testware Richtige Antwort: C Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 15 The correct answer is “By providing additional information” because, according to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, enhancements to underlying testware can improve automated test scripts by offering more detailed and useful information. Here’s why the other options are not correct: By providing additional information: Enhancements can include better logging, more detailed error messages, and improved reporting, which help in diagnosing issues and understanding test results more effectively. The other options are less beneficial: By increasing test complexity: This is generally undesirable as it can make tests harder to maintain and understand. By decreasing test execution time: While beneficial, this is not the primary way enhancements to testware benefit automated scripts. By hiding defects in the testware: This is counterproductive and goes against the purpose of testing. Thus, providing additional information is the key benefit of enhancing underlying testware, aligning with the principles outlined in the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus. Frage 5 Why might certain test types only be effectively executed in an automated way? A. To save time and effort B. To increase reliability C.To facilitate early testing D.To identify defects earlier Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 4 The correct answer is “To increase reliability” because, according to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, automation ensures consistent execution of tests without human error, which enhances the reliability of the test results. Here’s why the other options are not the primary reason: To increase reliability: Automated tests run the same way every time, reducing the risk of variability and mistakes that can occur with manual testing. This consistency is crucial for reliable test outcomes. The other options, while beneficial, are secondary: To save time and effort: Automation does save time and effort, but the primary focus here is on reliability. To facilitate early testing: Early testing is important, but reliability is the key reason for automating certain test types. To identify defects earlier: While automation can help in early defect detection, the main advantage for certain test types is the increased reliability. Thus, increasing reliability is the main reason why certain test types are more effectively executed in an automated way, aligning with the principles outlined in the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus. Frage 6 You are part of a team responsible for transitioning your organization's manual testing efforts to an automated testing environment. This transition requires careful evaluation of existing manual tests and consideration of various factors to ensure successful implementation. The goal is to achieve high return on investment (ROI) and maintainability while addressing the complexities and challenges of automation. Your team is considering automating a set of reliability tests for a new software system. Which of the following factors should be the highest priority to ensure the success of this automation effort? A. The maturity of the test process and its structure, discipline, and repeatability. B. The ability to use color coding in test reports for better visual distinction of test results. C.The automation tool's capability to log all user interactions and interface calls. D.The current stage of the software product lifecycle and its stability. Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 12 The current stage of the software product lifecycle and its stability are critical factors for automating reliability tests. Automation is most effective when the system has reached a level of stability, reducing the need for continuous rework due to frequent changes. While maturity of the test process, logging capabilities, and report formatting are important, ensuring the system is stable enough to support reliable automation is the highest priority for success. Frage 7 What is a key consideration when dealing with test interdependency in automated regression testing? A. Capturing and reusing dynamically created values B. Isolating each test to avoid dependencies C.Increasing manual intervention in dependencies D.Limiting test coverage to avoid dependencies Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 16 The correct answer is “Capturing and reusing dynamically created values” because, according to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, managing test interdependencies effectively involves ensuring that values generated during one test can be reused in subsequent tests. Here’s why the other options are not the primary focus: Capturing and reusing dynamically created values: This approach ensures that tests can share data and maintain consistency, which is crucial for reliable automated regression testing. It helps in managing dependencies without isolating tests unnecessarily. The other options, while relevant, are not the primary consideration: Isolating each test to avoid dependencies: While isolation can help, it is not always practical or necessary. Managing dependencies through value reuse is often more efficient. Increasing manual intervention in dependencies: This goes against the principle of automation and can introduce human error. Limiting test coverage to avoid dependencies: Reducing coverage is not a desirable solution as it can miss critical tests. Thus, capturing and reusing dynamically created values is the key consideration for handling test interdependencies in automated regression testing, aligning with the principles outlined in the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus. Frage 8 Why is it important to avoid data duplication in automated regression testing? A. To decrease test execution time B. To avoid introduction of errors C.To increase test coverage D.To simplify the testing process Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 19 The correct answer is “To avoid introduction of errors” because, according to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, avoiding data duplication in automated regression testing is crucial for maintaining data integrity and preventing inconsistencies. Here’s why the other options are not the primary focus: To avoid introduction of errors: Duplicate data can lead to conflicting results and errors in test execution, making it difficult to identify the true state of the system under test (SUT). Ensuring unique data helps maintain accuracy and reliability in test results. The other options, while beneficial, are secondary: To decrease test execution time: While avoiding duplication can streamline tests, the primary concern is error prevention. To increase test coverage: Avoiding duplication does not directly impact coverage; it ensures the quality of the tests. To simplify the testing process: Simplification is a benefit, but the main goal is to prevent errors. Thus, avoiding data duplication is primarily about maintaining accuracy and preventing errors, aligning with the principles outlined in the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus. Frage 9 Your company has recently developed a new software system, and you are tasked with setting up an automated regression test suite. Given the significant number of regression tests and the limited testing resources, you need to carefully plan and optimize the automation process. Which of the following considerations is most critical when selecting the initial set of regression tests to automate? A. The complexity of the user interface elements involved in the tests. B. The functional overlap between the tests and the potential for optimization. C.The preference of the manual testers who created the original tests. D.The availability of detailed user documentation for the SUT. Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 22 Identifying and addressing functional overlap between tests is crucial when automating regression tests. By reducing redundancy and consolidating similar tests, you can optimize the execution time and improve the efficiency of the automated test suite. This approach ensures that the most valuable and streamlined tests are automated first, maximizing the benefits of automation. Frage 10 Which of the following best describes an aspect of ensuring the reliability and repeatability of the Test Automation System (TAS)? A. Testing the TAS against various SUT environments without considering the configuration differences. B. Avoiding systematic approaches to loading and unloading the TAS to minimize configuration management efforts. ○ C.Testing the TAS with known failing test cases to identify potential issues in component functionality. ○ D.Implementing the TAS with various test interface options to minimize intrusion and ensure accurate testing. Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 7? The syllabus discusses various approaches to interfacing with the System Under Test (SUT) through the TAS, emphasizing the importance of minimizing intrusion while ensuring accurate testing. Option D correctly reflects this aspect by mentioning the implementation of the TAS with different test interface options to achieve minimal intrusion. This approach allows for effective testing while mitigating the risk of impacting SUT behavior. Options A, B, and C are incorrect as they either overlook the importance of configuration management and repeatability, advocate for avoiding systematic approaches, or suggest testing with known failing cases, which is counterproductive to the goal of ensuring reliable TAS performance. Frage 11 Which sequence best reflects the recommended approach for enhancing a Test Automation Solution (TAS) while ensuring efficiency and reliability? A. 1. Analyze existing scripts for potential revision or elimination. 2.Incrementally implement changes to TAS components. 3. Refactor TAS architecture to accommodate System Under Test (SUT) changes. 4. Evaluate changes through test script runs.  5. Optimize core TAS function libraries. 6. Ensure adherence to naming conventions and standardized practices. B. 1. Evaluate impact of changes on TAS. 2. Implement changes incrementally with limited test script runs. 3. Focus on optimizing core TAS function libraries. 4. Analyze existing scripts for revision or elimination. 5.Refactor TAS architecture for SUT changes. 6. Ensure adherence to naming conventions and standardized practices.. C.1. Optimize core TAS function libraries. 2. Analyze existing scripts for revision or elimination. 3. Evaluate impact of changes on TAS. 4.Implement changes incrementally with limited test script runs. 5. Refactor TAS architecture for SUT changes. 6. Ensure adherence to naming conventions and standardized practices. D.1. Refactor TAS architecture for SUT changes. 2. Evaluate impact of changes on TAS. 3. Optimize core TAS function libraries. 4. Implement changes incrementally with limited test script runs. 5. Analyze existing scripts for revision or elimination. 6. Ensure adherence to naming conventions and standardized practices Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 32 Option B presents the recommended approach succinctly and effectively: Evaluate impact of changes on TAS: Understand the potential effects of changes before implementation. Implement changes incrementally: Roll out changes gradually while monitoring their impact through limited test script runs. Focus on optimizing core TAS function libraries: Improve efficiency and reliability by enhancing fundamental functions. Analyze existing scripts: Identify scripts needing revision or elimination to streamline the TAS. Refactor TAS architecture for SUT changes: Adapt the TAS architecture to accommodate changes in the System Under Test. Ensure adherence to naming conventions and standardized practices: Maintain consistency and clarity in TAS development. This sequence ensures a systematic and efficient enhancement process for the Test Automation Solution while prioritizing efficiency and reliability. Frage 12 You are prepared to implement your test automation system within the company. This organization has made multiple unsuccessful attempts to automate testing in the past. After examining comments and evaluations from earlier implementations, you discovered that most of the time, they got impatient and couldn't finish test automation in time. You were informed by your management that this would be the last attempt to implement a test automation system across the company. Which action from the list below should you take to make sure the new test automation solution doesn't fail? A. To guarantee consistent use, define and publish usage guidelines for the test automation solution B. To avoid delaying the test automation solution's rollout, provide enough licenses ahead of time for all users C.Choose a project that the company views as minor and inconsequential to avoid delivery or financial issues in the event of a delay D.The test automation system will be deployed and all projects will receive training in a single deployment Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 5 It is possible to write guidelines, checklists and FAQs for the usage of the TAS. This can prevent extensive support questions. Frage 13 Which of the following best sums up the intended use of a test execution report? A. To determine which test step in a test case failed B. To evaluate how well a test suite covers the test basis C.To pinpoint trouble spots in the SUT by maintaining a history of which test cases failed the most frequently D.To capture the steps taken to address a test case failure Richtige Antwort: C Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 7 Publishing the test reports The test report should be published to all relevant stakeholders. It can be uploaded on a website, in the cloud or on the premises, sent to a mailing list or uploaded to another tool such as a test management tool. This helps ensure that reports will be reviewed and analyzed if individuals are subscribed to receive them by email or through chat messages posted by a chatbot. An option is to identify problematic parts of the SUT, and keep a history of the test reports, so that statistics about test cases or test suites with frequent regressions can be gathered for trend analysis. Frage 14 Which TAS enhancement, if left unchecked, may have the biggest negative impact on the solution's ability to scale and be maintained? A. The TAS components B. The TAS report tools C.The TAS execution tools D.The TAS documentation Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 22 The documentation of the TAS allows you to have an idea of the architecture, the components, the versions, the installation guides, the functionality... and if everything is well documented it helps a lot in maintenance Frage 15 How can syncing different logs with timestamps correlate what happened when an error was reported? A. It makes browsing log content easier B. It allows identifying differences in logs C.It allows logs to be arranged in chronological order D.It allows related events to be linked between logs Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 32 timestamps give you an idea of the time of each event but why already know this time, the main cause is to be able to link the events that have passed, for example if the TAS was able to record an event that an action was taken, you can go to the SUT logs at the same time to see what happened on the SUT side. Frage 16 Which kind of test automation is most frequently used in the Preproduction environment? A. Static analysis B. Integration testing C.Component testing D.User acceptance testing Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 38 Preproduction environment A preproduction environment is used mostly to assess non-functional quality characteristics (e.g., performance efficiency). Although non-functional tests can be performed in any environment, there is extra focus on preproduction because it resembles production as closely as possible. Often, user acceptance testing can be performed by business stakeholders to verify the final product and it is possible to execute the existing automated test suite here as well, if necessary. This environment is also monitored. Frage 17 As a test automation engineer, you are assessing a functional test tool that will be used for multiple projects in your company. The projects require that tool to work effectively and efficiently with SUT's in distributed environments. Additionally, the automated test tool must connect with the other tools currently in use, such as the defect tracking tools and test management tools. The current test tools are susceptible to scheduled upgrades, and following these updates, their interface with the automated test tool might not function properly. Which two of the following represent the LEAST concerns with regard to this scenario? A. Is there a lot of capabilities in the test automation tool, but only a portion of them will be used? B. Does installing particular libraries that can affect the SUT become necessary for the test automation tool? C.Do the planned changes' release notes mention how they will affect the way in which they integrate with other tools? D.Is there a licensing system that permits access to various sets that the test automation tool supports? E. Can the test automation tool start processors and run test cases on several computers in various environments? Richtige Antwort: AC Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 1 Sure, let’s break down why the correct answers are right according to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus: Question: “As a test automation engineer, you are assessing a functional test tool that will be used for multiple projects in your company. The projects require that tool to work effectively and efficiently with SUT’s in distributed environments. Additionally, the automated test tool must connect with the other tools currently in use, such as the defect tracking tools and test management tools. The current test tools are susceptible to scheduled upgrades, and following these updates, their interface with the automated test tool might not function properly. Which two of the following represent the LEAST concerns with regard to this scenario?” Correct Answer 1: “Is there a lot of capabilities in the test automation tool, but only a portion of them will be used?” Explanation: This is a minor concern because having extra capabilities in the tool, even if not all are used, does not directly impact the tool’s effectiveness or efficiency in distributed environments or its integration with other tools. Correct Answer 2: “Do the planned changes’ release notes mention how they will affect the way in which they integrate with other tools?” Explanation: This is also a minor concern because if the release notes provide clear information on how changes will affect integration, it helps in planning and mitigating any potential issues. It means the impact of updates can be managed effectively. Other Answers: “Does installing particular libraries that can affect the SUT become necessary for the test automation tool?” This is a significant concern because installing libraries that affect the SUT can introduce dependencies and potential conflicts, impacting the stability and reliability of the SUT. “Is there a licensing system that permits access to various sets that the test automation tool supports?” This is a concern because licensing issues can restrict access to necessary features, impacting the tool’s usability and effectiveness. “Can the test automation tool start processors and run test cases on several computers in various environments?” This is a significant concern because the ability to run tests in distributed environments is crucial for the projects mentioned. If the tool cannot do this effectively, it will not meet the project’s requirements. Would you like to go over more questions or need further clarification on this one? Frage 18 Recently, your team created and implemented a test automation solution in the testing environment. There were numerous issues with the whole run of the tests when testing the automation code, and it was challenging to figure out where and why it failed. Although there is a possibility that other issues are to blame, there is a possibility that the failure is linked in some way to the randomly generated data that is employed. It was observed that the tests did not consistently fail at the same iteration or at the same place in the code. They can operate for hours before failing, or they can fail quite instantly. It is your responsibility to create the test automation architecture's logging, including the necessary SUT data. In light of this situation, which of the following should you make sure to include in your saved information to help diagnose this problem? Choose in 2 A. Screenshots taken when test case fails B. Data used by each test case C.List of all actions performed by each test case to allow replaying actions with the same timing D.All crash dumps and stack traces available E. Number of times each test case was run Richtige Antwort: AB Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 6 TAS logging The context determines whether the TAF or the test execution is responsible for logging information that should include the following : Which test case is currently under test execution, including start and end time The status of the test execution because, while failures can easily be identified in test logs, the TAF should also have this information and should report via a dashboard. The test execution status can be either passed, failed, or a TAS failure. Status can sometimes be inconclusive and it is important for an organization to define clear and consistent definitions for them. A TAS failure is applied to situations where the defect is not in the SUT.  Low-level details of the test log (e.g.. logging significant test steps) including timing information Dynamic information about the SUT (eg, memory leaks) that the test case was able to identify with the help of third-party tools. Actual results and failures should be logged with the test suite that was executed when the failure was detected. In the case of reliability testing or stress testing where numerous test cycles are performed, a counter should be logged to easily determine how many times test cases have been executed. When test cases have random elements (e.g., random parameters or random test steps in state transition testing), the random number/choices should be logged. All actions that a test case performs should be logged in such a way that the test logs, or parts of it, can be played back to re-run the test with the same lest steps and the same timing. This is useful to reproduce an identified failure and to capture additional information. The test case action information can also be logged by the SUT for use when reproducing customer identified failures. If a customer runs a test suite, the test log information is captured and can then be replayed by the development team when troubleshooting a defect. Screenshots can be saved during test execution for further use during root cause analysis. Whenever a test suite initiates a failure, the TAS should make sure that all information needed to analyze the defect is available/stored, as well as any information regarding the continuation of testing, if applicable. The TAS should save any associated crash dumps and stack traces. Also, any test logs which can be overwritten (e.g., cyclic buffers are often used for test logs on the SUT) should be stored where they will be available for later analysis. Use of color can help to distinguish different types of test log information (e.g.. defects in red, and progress information in green). Frage 19 What is the purpose of the test execution report? A. The test execution report contain any internal errors and any crash dumps B. The test execution report provide an easy way to troubleshoot failing tests C.The test execution report contain a summary giving an overview of the execution results D.The test execution report contain All actions a test case performs Richtige Antwort: C Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 8 Content of the reports The test execution report must contain a summary giving an overview of the execution results, the system being tested and the environment in which the tests were run which is appropriate for each of the stakeholders. Question Overview The question asks about the purpose of the test execution report. Answer Choices A. The test execution report contains any internal errors and any crash dumps: While this information can be part of a report, it is not the primary purpose of a test execution report. The focus is broader than just internal errors. B. The test execution report provides an easy way to troubleshoot failing tests: This is a useful aspect of the report, but it is not its main purpose. Troubleshooting is a function of the report, not its overall goal. C. The test execution report contains a summary giving an overview of the execution results (Correct Answer): This is the correct choice because the primary purpose of a test execution report is to provide a concise summary of the test results, including pass/fail rates and overall execution status. This overview helps stakeholders quickly understand the outcomes of the testing process. D. The test execution report contains all actions a test case performs: While detailing actions can be helpful for understanding test execution, it is not the main purpose of the report. The report should summarize results rather than document every action taken. Why “C. The test execution report contains a summary giving an overview of the execution results” is Correct The correct answer is effective because: It captures the essence of what a test execution report is designed to do: provide a clear and concise summary of testing outcomes. This aligns with best practices in test reporting, ensuring that stakeholders can quickly assess the quality and status of the software being tested, as emphasized in the ISTQB syllabus. Frage 20 Consider a defect is found in the current release of the software. In your opinion, which of the following best explains why a defect of this nature might recur in later releases? A. The synchronization between multiple software archives is not properly controlled by the configuration management process B. The automated defect re-test is not added to the automated regression test suite that will be run in future releases C.The automated defect re-test typically has a smaller functional scope than other automated tests D.Automated re-testing of defects is ineffective in verifying that the fixed defect will function as intended in subsequent releases Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 15 Defects have a way of reintroducing themselves into subsequent releases (this may indicate a configuration management problem) and therefore confirmation tests are prime candidates for automation. Using automation will help reduce execution time for confirmation testing. The confirmation test can be added to, and complement, the existing automated regression test bed. Question Overview The question asks why a defect found in the current release of software might recur in later releases. Answer Choices A. The synchronization between multiple software archives is not properly controlled by the configuration management process (Correct Answer): This is the correct choice because poor synchronization can lead to inconsistencies in the software versions being tested and released. If different versions of the software are not properly managed, defects may not be addressed consistently, leading to their recurrence in future releases. This highlights the importance of effective configuration management in preventing defects from reappearing. B. The automated defect re-test is not added to the automated regression test suite that will be run in future releases: While this is a valid concern, it does not directly explain why a defect might recur. If the defect is not included in the regression suite, it may not be tested, but this is more about testing coverage than the root cause of the defect’s recurrence. C. The automated defect re-test typically has a smaller functional scope than other automated tests: This statement is somewhat misleading. While it is true that re-tests may focus on specific areas, this does not inherently explain why a defect would recur. The scope of testing is important, but it does not address the underlying issue of configuration management. D. Automated re-testing of defects is ineffective in verifying that the fixed defect will function as intended in subsequent releases: This option suggests a limitation of automated re-testing, but it does not directly explain the recurrence of defects. If the testing process is robust, automated re-testing should help verify fixes, assuming the configuration and management processes are sound. Why “A. The synchronization between multiple software archives is not properly controlled by the configuration management process” is Correct The correct answer is effective because: It identifies a fundamental issue in software development and maintenance: the need for proper configuration management to ensure that all components of the software are aligned and consistent. This aligns with best practices in software quality assurance, emphasizing the importance of managing software versions and configurations to prevent defects from reappearing, as outlined in the ISTQB syllabus. Frage 21 Which of the following is not a step that can be taken to verify the automated test suite? A. Connectivity with internal and external systems/interfaces B. Consider the repeatability of tests C.Check the composition of the test suite D.Consider the intrusiveness of automated test tools Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 17 Steps can be taken to verify the automated test suite. These include :. Check the composition of the test suite Verify new tests that focus on new features of the TAF Consider the repeatability of tests Consider the intrusiveness of automated test tools Each of these is explained in more detail below. Question Overview The question asks which option is not a step that can be taken to verify the automated test suite. Answer Choices A. Connectivity with internal and external systems/interfaces (Correct Answer): This is the correct choice because verifying connectivity is typically related to integration testing rather than directly verifying the automated test suite itself. While connectivity is important for the overall system, it does not pertain specifically to the verification of the test suite’s functionality or effectiveness. B. Consider the repeatability of tests: This is a valid step in verifying an automated test suite. Ensuring that tests can be repeated consistently is crucial for reliability and helps confirm that the suite functions as intended. C. Check the composition of the test suite: This is also a relevant step. Reviewing the test suite’s composition ensures that it includes the necessary tests to cover the required functionality, which is essential for effective verification. D. Consider the intrusiveness of automated test tools: This step is important as well. Understanding how intrusive the tools are can help assess their impact on the system under test (SUT) and ensure that they do not interfere with normal operations. Why “A. Connectivity with internal and external systems/interfaces” is Correct The correct answer is effective because: It identifies a factor that, while important for overall system functionality, does not directly relate to the verification of the automated test suite itself. This aligns with the ISTQB principles that focus on the specific aspects of test automation verification, emphasizing the need to concentrate on the suite’s internal processes and effectiveness rather than external connectivity issues. Frage 22 Which of the following is not a technique to perform tasks more efficiently? A. Using newer version control system B. Using newer operating system libraries C.Optimizing verification in functions D.Optimizing code in functions Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 19 Increase efficiency and effectiveness of core TAS function libraries As a TAS matures, new ways are discovered to perform tasks more efficiently. These new techniques (e.g.. optimizing code in functions, and using newer operating system libraries) need to be incorporated into the core function libraries that are used by the current project and future projects. Question Overview The question asks which option is not a technique to perform tasks more efficiently. Answer Choices A. Using newer version control system: This is a technique that can enhance efficiency in managing code changes and collaboration among team members. It helps streamline workflows, making it a valid efficiency technique. B. Using newer operating system libraries (Correct Answer): This is the correct choice because while using updated libraries can improve functionality and security, it does not directly relate to performing tasks more efficiently in the context of automation or testing processes. Efficiency techniques typically focus on optimizing processes or code rather than just updating libraries. C. Optimizing verification in functions: This is a valid technique aimed at improving the efficiency of the testing process. By optimizing how verification is performed, you can reduce time and resources spent on testing. D. Optimizing code in functions: This is also a technique that directly contributes to efficiency. By optimizing the code, you can enhance performance and reduce execution time, which is crucial for effective automation. Why “B. Using newer operating system libraries” is Correct The correct answer is effective because: It identifies an option that, while potentially beneficial for other reasons, does not specifically address the goal of performing tasks more efficiently in the context of test automation. This aligns with the ISTQB principles that emphasize the importance of techniques that directly enhance efficiency in testing and automation processes. Frage 23 It is required of you to share the test automation results on a daily basis. E-mail is the recommended way to distributing these results. What crucial feature of your test automation reporting makes it possible for you to offer such information? A. It should provide a way to publish the test result B. It should allow you to add object and attached pieces C.It should allow you to add the team members to a distribution list D.It should integrate with a common third party tool Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Correct Answer: “It should integrate with a common third party tool” Explanation: Integration with a common third-party tool (such as email services, CI/CD tools, or project management software) ensures that test automation results can be automatically shared and distributed efficiently. This integration facilitates seamless communication and reporting, which is crucial for maintaining transparency and keeping all stakeholders informed. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of tool integration to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of test automation processes. Answer: “It should provide a way to publish the test result” Explanation: While publishing test results is important, it does not specifically address the requirement of distributing these results via email. Publishing alone does not ensure that the results are shared with the intended recipients. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus highlights the need for effective communication and distribution mechanisms, which are better achieved through integration with third-party tools. Answer: “It should allow you to add object and attached pieces” Explanation: Adding objects and attachments might be useful for detailed reporting, but it is not directly related to the distribution of test results via email. This feature does not address the core requirement of ensuring that test results are shared with the team on a daily basis. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus focuses on the overall effectiveness of the reporting and distribution process. Answer: “It should allow you to add the team members to a distribution list” Explanation: Adding team members to a distribution list is a step towards effective communication, but it is not sufficient on its own. Without integration with a third-party tool, managing and automating the distribution process can be cumbersome and error-prone. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of automation and integration to streamline reporting and ensure consistent communication. In summary, the correct answer aligns with the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus by emphasizing the importance of integrating with third-party tools to automate and streamline the distribution of test automation results, ensuring efficient and reliable communication. Frage 24 The deployment of an automation suite for an HR application is now in progress. Development is continuing and automation must keep pace with the new functionality and must also continue to work for the existing functionality. What part of the test automation is most likely to fail in light of this information, and how should you ensure that it is not failing through monitoring? A. Test of existing functionality : keep an eye on the current tests to make sure they're operating as intended B. Test of new functionality : keep an eye on the new tests to make sure everything is operating as it should C.Known passes : Ensure that tests that ought to pass keep passing D.Known failures : ensure that tests that ought to fail persist in failing Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Correct Answer: “Test of new functionality: keep an eye on the new tests to make sure everything is operating as it should” Explanation: As development continues, new functionality is being added to the HR application. These new features are more likely to have issues since they are newly developed and not yet fully stabilized. Monitoring new tests ensures that any problems with the new functionality are detected early. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of continuously integrating and testing new features to maintain the overall quality of the system. Answer: “Test of existing functionality: keep an eye on the current tests to make sure they’re operating as intended” Explanation: While it’s important to ensure that existing functionality continues to work, these tests are less likely to fail if they have been stable in the past. The primary focus should be on new functionality, which is more prone to issues. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus suggests prioritizing the testing of new changes to catch defects early in the development cycle. Answer: “Known passes: Ensure that tests that ought to pass keep passing” Explanation: Ensuring that known passes continue to pass is important, but it does not address the primary concern of new functionality potentially introducing new defects. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus highlights the need for proactive testing of new features rather than just monitoring known stable tests. Answer: “Known failures: ensure that tests that ought to fail persist in failing” Explanation: Monitoring known failures is not as critical as ensuring that new functionality is working correctly. Known failures should be addressed and resolved, but the focus should be on verifying that new features are functioning as expected. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of validating new changes to prevent regression and ensure system stability. In summary, the correct answer aligns with the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus by emphasizing the need to monitor and validate new functionality to ensure it integrates smoothly with the existing system and does not introduce new defects. Frage 25 You are working on a suite that has 1000 scripts in it and has operated flawlessly in the past. Late in the test run, several of the tests have started to fail. After conducting some investigation, it seems that the reason for the test failures is an SUT failure that was not detected by one or more tests earlier in the test run. 1. The status of execution for each test case 2. Timing information for each step in each test case 3. A counter that determined how many times test cases have been executed 4. All actions of each test case to allow replaying each test 5. Failure information for any step in a test case that encounters an error To identify the test or tests that produced a false-negative result, you need more details. What kind of logging is necessary to finish your investigation and obtain the data needed to pinpoint the issue? A. 1,4,5 B. 1,2,3 C.2,3,5 D.2,4,5 Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Correct Answer: “1, 4, 5” Explanation: 1. The status of execution for each test case: This provides a high-level overview of which tests passed or failed, helping to identify where issues may have started. 4. All actions of each test case to allow replaying each test: Detailed logs of all actions enable you to replay and analyze the exact steps taken during the test, which is crucial for identifying false negatives. 5. Failure information for any step in a test case that encounters an error: This provides specific details about where and why a test failed, which is essential for diagnosing the root cause of the issue. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of detailed logging to diagnose and resolve issues effectively. These logs provide the necessary information to trace back and identify the tests that produced false-negative results. Answer: “1, 2, 3” Explanation: 2. Timing information for each step in each test case: While useful for performance analysis, it does not directly help in identifying false negatives. 3. A counter that determined how many times test cases have been executed: This is useful for tracking test execution frequency but does not provide the detailed information needed to diagnose false negatives. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus suggests focusing on logs that provide actionable insights into test failures, which this combination lacks. Answer: “2, 3, 5” Explanation: 2. Timing information for each step in each test case: Again, useful for performance but not for diagnosing false negatives. 3. A counter that determined how many times test cases have been executed: This does not help in identifying specific test failures. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus prioritizes logs that directly contribute to understanding and resolving test failures, which this combination does not fully address. Answer: “2, 4, 5” Explanation: 2. Timing information for each step in each test case: Not directly useful for identifying false negatives. While 4 and 5 are correct, the inclusion of 2 does not add value in diagnosing false negatives. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the need for logs that provide clear insights into test execution and failures. In summary, the correct answer aligns with the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus by focusing on the logs that provide the most relevant and actionable information for identifying and resolving false-negative results in test automation. Frage 26 The consistency and functionality of a new set of automated tests for an appplication's GUI that your company has developed has to be verified. You have recently verified that the environment is configured correctly and supports the suite, and that the suite is functioning. How can you be sure the suite is operating correctly in the given environment? A. Verify that the GUI systems are tested for a wide range of object classes B. Repeatability in setup/teardown of the test environment C.Ensure that connectivity to internal and external systems/interfaces is available D.Verify that the tests are reproducible and reliable Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Correct Answer: “Verify that the tests are reproducible and reliable” Explanation: Reproducibility and reliability are key indicators of a well-functioning test suite. If tests produce consistent results across multiple runs, it confirms that the tests are stable and the environment is correctly configured. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of reproducibility and reliability to ensure that automated tests provide accurate and dependable results. Answer: “Verify that the GUI systems are tested for a wide range of object classes” Explanation: While testing a wide range of object classes is important for comprehensive coverage, it does not directly address the consistency and reliability of the test suite. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus focuses on the need for tests to be reproducible and reliable to validate their effectiveness. Answer: “Repeatability in setup/teardown of the test environment” Explanation: Ensuring repeatability in setup and teardown is important for maintaining a consistent test environment, but it does not directly verify the functionality and consistency of the test suite itself. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus highlights the need for the tests themselves to be reproducible and reliable. Answer: “Ensure that connectivity to internal and external systems/interfaces is available” Explanation: Connectivity to systems and interfaces is necessary for the tests to run, but it does not guarantee that the tests are functioning correctly. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus stresses the importance of verifying that the tests produce consistent and reliable results, which is the primary focus of the correct answer. In summary, the correct answer aligns with the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus by emphasizing the need to verify that automated tests are reproducible and reliable, ensuring their effectiveness and accuracy in the given environment. Frage 27 It is required of you to share the test automation findings on a daily basis. To disseminate these findings, updating the reports in Jira Xray is the recommended approach. What crucial feature of your test automation reporting makes it possible for you to offer this data? A. It should be able to integrate with a widely used third-party tool B. Let you add manual comments to the results C.A mechanism for publishing the test log library should be provided D.You ought to be able to add screenshots to go along with the test results. Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 1. Correct Answer: “It should be able to integrate with a widely used third-party tool” Explanation: Integration with a widely used third-party tool like Jira Xray ensures that test automation findings can be seamlessly updated and shared within the existing project management and tracking system. This integration facilitates efficient communication and real-time access to test results for all stakeholders. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of tool integration to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of test automation reporting. Answer: “Let you add manual comments to the results” Explanation: While adding manual comments can provide additional context, it does not address the need for automated and seamless sharing of test results. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus focuses on automation and integration to streamline reporting processes. Answer: “A mechanism for publishing the test log library should be provided” Explanation: Publishing the test log library is useful for documentation and analysis, but it does not ensure that the findings are automatically shared and updated in a tool like Jira Xray. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus highlights the need for integration with third-party tools to facilitate efficient reporting. Answer: “You ought to be able to add screenshots to go along with the test results” Explanation: Adding screenshots can enhance the clarity of test results, but it is not the crucial feature for ensuring that findings are shared daily through Jira Xray. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus prioritizes integration capabilities to ensure seamless and automated reporting. Frage 28 A TAA is being used to implement a TAS. During testing, the SUT can communicate with another system that is reliable and accessible. The GUI will serve as the test interface. What part of the TAA may you remove from the TAS in light of this information? A. The test execution B. The test generation C.The simulator D.The GUI Richtige Antwort: C Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Correct Answer: “The simulator” Explanation: Since the System Under Test (SUT) can communicate with a reliable and accessible external system, there is no need for a simulator to mimic this interaction. The simulator’s primary purpose is to replicate the behavior of external systems that are unavailable or unreliable. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of using real systems when possible to ensure accurate and reliable testing. Answer: “The test execution” Explanation: Test execution is a fundamental part of the Test Automation Solution (TAS) and cannot be removed. It involves running the automated tests and is essential for validating the SUT. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus highlights the necessity of test execution in any TAS. Answer: “The test generation” Explanation: Test generation involves creating the test cases and scripts that will be executed. This is a crucial part of the TAS and cannot be omitted. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus stresses the importance of generating comprehensive and effective test cases. Answer: “The GUI” Explanation: The GUI is specified as the test interface, meaning it is the primary way the tests will interact with the SUT. Removing the GUI would make it impossible to conduct the tests as planned. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus underscores the importance of maintaining the specified test interfaces. Frage 29 A test automation system (TAS) makes use of a commercial product for test automation and default logs that are produced by inconsistent formats, including various message types (such as pass/fail steps, screenshots, warnings, etc.). Several custom logging methods have been developed from the test scripts to address this problem, enabling the logging of various message kinds in the same manner. However, this could be problematic because of the logs' enormous quantity, which could make it challenging to locate the information that is required. When running the automated tests, assume that all default logs will be disabled and that some tests won't produce logs that are too big. Which of the following best describes how the custom logging functions should be put into practice? A. Put in place the customized logging features to accommodate various tracing levels B. Put the customized logging functions into practice without preserving stack traces C.Put the custom logging functions into practice to route the logs to several files D.Put the custom logging features into practice without keeping timestamps Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Correct Answer: “Put in place the customized logging features to accommodate various tracing levels” Explanation: Implementing logging features with various tracing levels allows you to control the amount and type of information logged. This helps manage the volume of logs and ensures that only relevant information is captured, making it easier to locate necessary details. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of effective logging practices to maintain clarity and manageability of test logs. Answer: “Put the customized logging functions into practice without preserving stack traces” Explanation: Stack traces are crucial for debugging and understanding the context of errors. Omitting them would hinder the ability to diagnose issues effectively. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus highlights the need for comprehensive logging that includes essential information like stack traces. Answer: “Put the custom logging functions into practice to route the logs to several files” Explanation: Routing logs to multiple files can help organize the logs but does not address the issue of log volume and inconsistency. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus suggests focusing on logging practices that enhance clarity and manageability, such as using tracing levels. Answer: “Put the custom logging features into practice without keeping timestamps” Explanation: Timestamps are vital for tracking the sequence of events and understanding the timing of issues. Removing timestamps would make it difficult to analyze the logs effectively. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus stresses the importance of including timestamps in logs for accurate analysis. Frage 30 The TAS of your organization employs keyword-driven scripting. The system's automation architect left the company to work for another business. The TAS has numerous keyword libraries that are organized by project and is used on multiple projects. The various project teams are in charge of maintaining these keyword scripts. Given just this information, what is the most significant risk for the TAS? A. Since many teams are responsible for maintaining the keyword scripts, it's possible that proper coding practices aren't being followed B. The system can be challenging to maintain due to its level of abstraction and the architect's departure C.If not updated, the keyword-driven scripts could become outdated D.New initiatives could not utilize the TAS as effectively as ongoing ones Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Correct Answer: “The system can be challenging to maintain due to its level of abstraction and the architect’s departure” Explanation: The automation architect likely had a deep understanding of the system’s design and the rationale behind its abstraction levels. With their departure, the remaining teams might struggle to maintain and update the TAS effectively, especially if the documentation is insufficient or if the abstraction is complex. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of maintainability and the risks associated with high levels of abstraction without adequate knowledge transfer. Answer: “Since many teams are responsible for maintaining the keyword scripts, it’s possible that proper coding practices aren’t being followed” Explanation: While this is a valid concern, it is not the most significant risk given the context. Proper coding practices can be enforced through guidelines and reviews, but the loss of the architect’s expertise poses a more immediate and critical challenge. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus suggests that the primary risk lies in the maintainability and continuity of the TAS. Answer: “If not updated, the keyword-driven scripts could become outdated” Explanation: This is a potential risk, but it is a general concern for any test automation system. The more pressing issue is the complexity and maintainability of the system following the architect’s departure. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus highlights the importance of addressing the most immediate and impactful risks. Answer: “New initiatives could not utilize the TAS as effectively as ongoing ones” Explanation: While new initiatives might face challenges, the primary risk is ensuring the existing system remains maintainable and functional. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus focuses on the continuity and maintainability of the TAS, which is more directly impacted by the architect’s departure and the system’s complexity. Frage 31 Consider a TAS for testing a web application via its GUI. In order to create the necessary objects when performing a preliminary configuration of the test environment, each test case in the automated test suite follows the same exact sequence of steps at the beginning and end. Additionally, the same set of assertion methods (from a shared library) are used in all of these automated test cases to confirm the obtained values in the GUI fields. Which of the following suggestions, assuming you could implement them all, would you make to improve the TAS based only on the information provided? A. Implementing keywords with higher level of granularity B. Adopting a set of standard verification methods for use by all automated tests C.Developing the application's architecture to increase testability D.Implementing standard setup and teardown functions at test case level Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Correct Answer: “Implementing standard setup and teardown functions at test case level” Explanation: Standardizing setup and teardown functions ensures that common initialization and cleanup steps are consistently applied across all test cases. This reduces redundancy, improves maintainability, and ensures that each test case starts and ends in a known state. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of reusable and consistent setup and teardown processes to enhance the efficiency and reliability of test automation. Answer: “Implementing keywords with higher level of granularity” Explanation: While using keywords with higher granularity can improve modularity and reusability, it does not specifically address the need for consistent setup and teardown processes. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus suggests focusing on foundational improvements like setup and teardown functions to ensure a stable testing environment. Answer: “Adopting a set of standard verification methods for use by all automated tests” Explanation: Standard verification methods are already in use, as mentioned in the question. While important, this does not address the redundancy and consistency issues related to setup and teardown steps. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus highlights the need for comprehensive improvements that cover all aspects of the test process. Answer: “Developing the application’s architecture to increase testability” Explanation: Enhancing the application’s architecture for testability is beneficial but is a broader and more complex task that goes beyond the immediate improvements needed for the TAS. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus recommends focusing on practical and immediate enhancements like standardizing setup and teardown functions. Frage 32 Working on a test automation project, you are creating business scenarios that will be automated for usage by the user acceptance testers during UAT. During UAT, the well-defined business scenarios are repeated frequently. By carrying out the test automation, the objective is to be able to test these identical scenarios as part of regression testing. The library of functions that the test automation can use has already been developed using structured scripting. Which kind of scripting should be applied to expand on the previously completed structured scripting and execute this test automation in order to achieve the desired business outcomes? A. Keyword-driven scripting B. Behavior-Driven Development C.Scenario-driven scripting D.Linear scripting Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Correct Answer: “Behavior-Driven Development” Explanation: Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) focuses on defining test scenarios in a natural language that is understandable by all stakeholders, including business analysts, developers, and testers. This approach ensures that the automated tests align closely with business requirements and user acceptance criteria. Given that the objective is to automate well-defined business scenarios for UAT and regression testing, BDD is ideal as it promotes collaboration and ensures that the tests are directly tied to business outcomes. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of aligning test automation with business goals and ensuring clear communication among all stakeholders. Answer: “Keyword-driven scripting” Explanation: Keyword-driven scripting involves using predefined keywords to represent actions or functions in the test scripts. While this approach is modular and reusable, it may not provide the same level of clarity and alignment with business requirements as BDD. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus suggests using approaches that enhance collaboration and ensure that tests reflect business scenarios accurately. Answer: “Scenario-driven scripting” Explanation: Scenario-driven scripting focuses on creating test scripts based on specific scenarios. While useful, it may not provide the structured and collaborative approach that BDD offers. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus highlights the benefits of BDD in ensuring that tests are aligned with business requirements and are easily understandable by all stakeholders. Answer: “Linear scripting” Explanation: Linear scripting involves writing test scripts in a sequential manner. This approach lacks modularity and reusability, making it less suitable for complex projects that require frequent updates and maintenance. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus recommends using more structured and maintainable scripting approaches, such as BDD, to achieve better results. Frage 33 Because an automated regression test suite is a huge test suite, you often begin execution of it at the end of the workday. Even though the test should finish in seven hours, it doesn't finish by the beginning of the next day. Which method would be the most effective for identifying the root of the issue?. A. Assessing a vendor reporting tool that tracks test progress B. Adding a night shift employee to your team to monitor the test while it is running C.Starting the test early in the day and manually monitoring it D.Automating the collection of test execution results Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Correct Answer: “Automating the collection of test execution results” Explanation: Automating the collection of test execution results allows you to gather detailed information about the test run without manual intervention. This includes logs, performance metrics, and error reports, which can help identify bottlenecks or failures that cause the test suite to run longer than expected. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus emphasizes the importance of automation in improving efficiency and providing accurate, real-time insights into test execution. Answer: “Assessing a vendor reporting tool that tracks test progress” Explanation: While a vendor reporting tool can provide useful insights, it may not offer the same level of detail and customization as an automated solution tailored to your specific needs. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus suggests leveraging automation to ensure comprehensive and consistent data collection. Answer: “Adding a night shift employee to your team to monitor the test while it is running” Explanation: Adding a night shift employee is not a scalable or efficient solution. It introduces additional costs and relies on manual monitoring, which can be prone to human error. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus advocates for automated solutions to enhance reliability and reduce dependency on manual processes. Answer: “Starting the test early in the day and manually monitoring it” Explanation: Manually monitoring the test during the day is time-consuming and inefficient. It does not address the root cause of the issue and can lead to inconsistent monitoring. The ISTQB CTTAE syllabus highlights the benefits of automation in providing consistent and reliable monitoring without manual intervention. Frage 34 The test automation solution you are using has been operating for three years. One problem you've identified is the increasing number of false-positive results, which require a lot of investigation and troubleshooting work. Whenever new scripts are developed, it seems like a few additional ones are added even if every one of them is fixed when it is discovered. What is the most likely issue with the TAS that is causing the introduction of these false-positives? A. The verification functions are not standardized; instead of using a standard verification technique, they are implemented specifically for each script B. The software is not waiting for a response from the preceding action, and the wait mechanisms are incorrect C.The test cases and test steps overlap, which makes a change in one place break the same code that is utilized in another D.There is incompatibility between TAS and SUT error recovery techniques Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Explanation: Correct Answer: This is correct because non-standardized verification functions can lead to inconsistencies and errors in test results. According to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, standardization is crucial for maintaining the reliability and accuracy of test automation systems (TAS). When verification techniques are not standardized, it increases the likelihood of false positives as each script may handle verification differently, leading to inconsistent results. Other Answers: “The software is not waiting for a response from the preceding action, and the wait mechanisms are incorrect”: While incorrect wait mechanisms can cause timing issues, they are not the primary cause of false positives in this context. “The test cases and test steps overlap, which makes a change in one place break the same code that is utilized in another”: Overlapping test cases can cause maintenance issues but are not directly related to false positives. “There is incompatibility between TAS and SUT error recovery techniques”: Incompatibility issues can cause test failures, but they are not the main reason for false positives as described in the question. Frage 35 Use cases are being used in a project you are working on to outline the specifications. After analyzing the project, you have decided to prioritize the development of automation for various use cases by using risk assessments and scenario-based test generation. For the definition test, you have opted for a scenario- based rating. You also decided which monitoring and analysis tools will be used during execution by collaborating with the development and infrastructure teams.what Should you be the next step? A. You need to modify your test generating strategy. A scenario for test generation should not be used. When creating test cases, you must pay attention to the path's coverage, state, and transition B. Because your application is data-driven, you must now develop a data-driven approach for defining the tests C.You have to assess the automation effort completely, taking into account the need for training, resource usage, and cost/benefit analysis D.The test execution tool you use must be compatible with the test generation strategy you have chosen Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Explanation: Correct Answer: This is correct because ensuring compatibility between the test execution tool and the test generation strategy is crucial for the effectiveness and efficiency of the test automation process. According to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, alignment between tools and strategies is essential to avoid integration issues and to ensure that the automated tests can be executed as planned. Other Answers: “You need to modify your test generating strategy. A scenario for test generation should not be used. When creating test cases, you must pay attention to the path’s coverage, state, and transition”: This answer suggests a change in strategy, which is not necessary if the current strategy is already well- defined and aligned with project needs. “Because your application is data-driven, you must now develop a data-driven approach for defining the tests”: While a data-driven approach can be beneficial, it is not the immediate next step if the current focus is on ensuring tool compatibility. “You have to assess the automation effort completely, taking into account the need for training, resource usage, and cost/benefit analysis”: This is an important step but comes after ensuring that the tools and strategies are compatible. Frage 36 Your manager has asked you to provide test automation for a legacy system that will undergo many infrastructure migrations. The scripts are going to be utilized in these infrastructure changes to check for basic functionality. An easy and quick fix is what you need. Since no software modifications are planned, maintainability of the scripts is not a concern. In this case, which of the following scripting techniques is the most effective? A. Linear scripting B. Structured scripting C.Data-driven scripting D.Keyword-driven scripting Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Explanation: Correct Answer: This is correct because linear scripting is straightforward and quick to implement, making it suitable for scenarios where maintainability is not a concern and the primary goal is to quickly check basic functionality. According to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, linear scripting is effective for simple, one-time tasks or when the test scripts do not need to be reused or maintained extensively. Other Answers: “Structured scripting”: This technique is more complex and is used for creating more maintainable and reusable scripts, which is not necessary in this scenario. “Data-driven scripting”: This approach is useful for tests that need to run with multiple sets of data, which adds complexity and is not required for quick, basic functionality checks. “Keyword-driven scripting”: This method is beneficial for creating highly maintainable and reusable scripts, but it is more complex and time-consuming to set up, which is not needed here. Frage 37 One of the features of a testable system design is the ability of the test cases to access system interfaces, allowing for the verification that the expected behavior transpired throughout the test. What is this characteristic called? A. Maintainability B. Controllability C.Observability D.Interoperability Richtige Antwort: C Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Explanation: Correct Answer: This is correct because observability refers to the ability to monitor and measure the internal states of a system to verify that it behaves as expected during testing. According to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, observability is a key characteristic of a testable system design, as it allows testers to access and verify system interfaces and behaviors. Other Answers: “Maintainability”: This refers to the ease with which a system can be modified to correct faults, improve performance, or adapt to a changed environment, but it is not directly related to verifying expected behavior during tests. “Controllability”: This refers to the ability to control the state of the system under test, which is important but not the same as verifying behavior through system interfaces. “Interoperability”: This refers to the ability of different systems or components to work together, which is not related to the verification of expected behavior during testing. Frage 38 You have recently started a test automation system (TAS) that accesses the SUT database via SOL scripts to obtain the necessary data for the tests. The development teams are continually experimenting, and they don't always specify which database they are utilizing. A sophisticated configuration management matrix that loads the appropriate SQL scripts for the database that a certain SUT uses has been constructed. Regretfully, the developers have not stopped making modifications, and you are discovering that occasionally the wrong SQL scripts are loaded, which leads to fail the automation run. What would be the most effective method to ensure that the right scripts load in light of this information? A. Perform a brief sets of tests using a collection of SQL scripts, and then load the suitable set of scripts for use in the automation run based on which ones function B. Demand that the developers identify the database that is being used C.Replace the database data with hard-coded data in the scripts D.Create a database for testing activity so the TAS will be isolated from data changes Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: Explanation: Correct Answer: This is correct because running a brief set of tests to determine which SQL scripts function correctly ensures that the appropriate scripts are loaded for the automation run. According to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, this approach aligns with the principles of dynamic test selection and adaptability, ensuring that the TAS can handle changes and variations in the SUT environment. Other Answers: “Demand that the developers identify the database that is being used”: While this could help, it relies on consistent communication from developers, which may not always be feasible. “Replace the database data with hard-coded data in the scripts”: This approach reduces flexibility and adaptability, making the TAS less robust to changes. “Create a database for testing activity so the TAS will be isolated from data changes”: This could be useful but does not address the immediate issue of ensuring the correct SQL scripts are loaded dynamically. Frage 39 Which statement about the intrusiveness of automated test tools is not true? A. With high level of intrusion the confidence in the TAS can drop dramatically B. API testing has a high level more than GUI testing C.High level of intrusion can show failures during testing that are not evident in production D.GUI testing has a high level more than API testing Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 16 the intrusion is how many modifications i need to make to the SUT to be able to test it, during the tests of the APIs, interfaces dedicated to testing were created, so there was a great effort on the development side Frage 40 Which of the following statements describes a success factor of a test automation project? A. Test automation enables the creation of tests that execute more quickly and are less prone to manual errors B. Only the data strictly necessary for comparing expected and actual results should be captured by automated tests C.Rather than being commented out, automated tests that failed because the SUT's criteria changed should be immediately fixed D.The number of times a test may be run must always be taken into consideration when choosing which test cases to automate first Richtige Antwort: C Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 19 Explanation: Correct Answer: This is correct because promptly fixing automated tests that fail due to changes in the System Under Test (SUT) ensures that the test suite remains up-to-date and reliable. According to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, maintaining the accuracy and relevance of automated tests is crucial for the success of a test automation project. Other Answers: “Test automation enables the creation of tests that execute more quickly and are less prone to manual errors”: While this is a benefit of test automation, it does not specifically address a success factor related to maintaining the test suite. “Only the data strictly necessary for comparing expected and actual results should be captured by automated tests”: This is a good practice but not the primary success factor in this context. “The number of times a test may be run must always be taken into consideration when choosing which test cases to automate first”: This is important for prioritizing test cases but does not directly relate to the success factor of maintaining the test suite. Frage 41 For the latest SUT release, new features have been included. When assessing the impact on the TAS, which action would the TAE NOT be appropriate to take? A. Examine current keywords to determine whether any changes are necessary B. To confirm and document any modifications to their proper operation, run the current automated tests against the revised SUT C.Assess compatibility with current testing tools and, if required, find alternatives D.To find out if the present TAS is adequate for the additional functionalities, get opinions of the business analysts Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 23 Explanation: Correct Answer: This is correct because business analysts typically focus on requirements and business needs rather than the technical aspects of the Test Automation System (TAS). According to the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, assessing the impact on the TAS should involve technical evaluation and validation, which is outside the primary expertise of business analysts. Other Answers: “Examine current keywords to determine whether any changes are necessary”: This is appropriate as it ensures that the existing automation scripts are still valid and effective. “To confirm and document any modifications to their proper operation, run the current automated tests against the revised SUT”: This is a necessary step to verify that the TAS still functions correctly with the new features. “Assess compatibility with current testing tools and, if required, find alternatives”: This is important to ensure that the TAS can support the new features and remains effective. Frage 42 Regarding contract testing, which of the following is NOT true? A. Verifies that two different systems are compatible B. It is a simple method of testing APIs C.Examines if a system complies with its contractual obligations D.it may be used to test microservices' connectivity Richtige Antwort: C Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 29 Question Overview The question asks which statement about contract testing is NOT true. Answer Choices A. Verifies that two different systems are compatible: This statement is true. Contract testing does verify compatibility between systems by ensuring that they adhere to agreed-upon interfaces and behaviors. B. It is a simple method of testing APIs (Correct Answer): This is the correct choice because it is misleading. While contract testing can be used for APIs, it is not necessarily a “simple” method. Contract testing often involves complex scenarios and detailed specifications to ensure that both parties (services) meet their contractual obligations, making it more nuanced than simply being a straightforward testing method. C. Examines if a system complies with its contractual obligations: This statement is true. Contract testing specifically focuses on verifying that a system behaves according to the contracts established between services, ensuring compliance. D. It may be used to test microservices’ connectivity: This statement is also true. Contract testing is particularly useful in microservices architectures to ensure that different services can communicate effectively according to defined contracts. Why “B. It is a simple method of testing APIs” is Correct The correct answer is effective because: It highlights a misconception about contract testing. While it can be applied to APIs, the complexity involved in ensuring compliance with contracts makes it more than just a simple testing method. This aligns with the ISTQB principles that emphasize understanding the depth and intricacies of testing methodologies, particularly in complex systems like microservices. Frage 43 Although test automation is new to your organization, as a TAE, you have created a TAS that effectively supports the SUT for the ongoing project. Additional systems are planned for the upcoming years, and there are already those in use that have undergone manual testing. Your organization demands that test automation be implemented across other present and prospective SUTS, with a primary focus on consistency, in light of this success. What is the BEST technique to accomplish that among the following? A. Create a system that generates regular reports for stakeholders and tracks automation failures among the various SUTS B. To confirm that the TAS has been installed and configured properly for each SUT, verify that it is properly connected to both internal and external systems C.Create new TAS for every SUT and oversee them all with a specialized automated support staff D.Install the TAS into a central repository to ensure that the same version of the TAS is used for tests conducted on various SUTS Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 30 Explanation: Central Repository: By installing the TAS (Test Automation Solution) into a central repository, you ensure that all systems under test (SUTs) use the same version of the TAS. This approach promotes consistency and standardization across different projects and systems, which is crucial for maintaining uniformity in test automation practices. Version Control: A central repository allows for effective version control, making it easier to manage updates and changes to the TAS. This ensures that all teams are working with the latest and most stable version of the TAS. Scalability: This method supports scalability, as new systems can be integrated into the existing TAS framework without the need to create separate solutions for each SUT. It simplifies the process of expanding test automation across multiple systems. Efficiency: It reduces redundancy and the overhead of managing multiple TAS instances, leading to more efficient use of resources and easier maintenance. The other options, while potentially useful in specific contexts, do not address the primary goal of consistency across various SUTs as effectively as the central repository approach does. Frage 44 You wish to automatically construct test cases in the tool where a variety of various input data combinations are made, and you are considering multiple test modeling tools. The next step is to use either data-driven or keyword-driven scripting to convert the test cases into a CSV file that can be loaded by a functional test execution tool. After looking at other tools, you have determined that just one of them has every feature your team has deemed essential, with the exception of the export feature. There is no export option available for the.docx or.csv file types. What would be the BEST next step regarding the selection of this tool? A. To find out if a solution is currently available or will be in the future, communicate with the vendor and check forums B. Take into account a different tool that is better "fit for purpose" and has all the necessary characteristics C.Invest in this tool and create the.csv file manually D.See if you can establish an export plant of your own Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 34 Explanation: Vendor Communication: Engaging with the vendor to inquire about current or future solutions ensures that you are fully informed about the tool’s capabilities and roadmap. This step can reveal upcoming features or workarounds that might not be immediately apparent. Checking Forums: Forums and user communities can provide insights and potential solutions from other users who might have faced similar issues. This collaborative approach can uncover unofficial methods or scripts that can enable the desired export functionality. Avoiding Immediate Rejection: By first exploring these options, you avoid prematurely discarding a tool that otherwise meets all your essential requirements. This approach ensures that you make a well-informed decision based on comprehensive information. Cost and Effort Efficiency: This step can save time and resources compared to switching tools or developing custom solutions, which might involve significant effort and cost. The other options, while potentially viable, do not leverage the existing support and community resources that could provide a straightforward solution to the export issue. Frage 45 What is the best approach to reduce the maintenance time required for the test automation code? A. Leverage design patterns B. Hardcode all data C.Store the code outside a configuration management system D.Use a configuration management system Richtige Antwort: A Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 5 Explanation: Correct Answer: Leveraging design patterns helps in creating a structured and reusable codebase. Design patterns provide proven solutions to common problems, making the code easier to maintain, extend, and debug. This aligns with best practices in software engineering and test automation. Other Answers: “Hardcode all data”: Hardcoding data makes the code inflexible and difficult to maintain, as any change in data requires code modifications. “Store the code outside a configuration management system”: This approach can lead to version control issues and makes it harder to track changes, increasing maintenance time. “Use a configuration management system”: While using a configuration management system is important for version control, it doesn’t directly address the structure and reusability of the code, which are crucial for reducing maintenance time. Frage 46 For the first software system release, you have been tasked with using the SUT'S CLI to automate a number of functional tests at the system test level. The learn-in change of maintenance testing will get the automated tests and use them as a part of the regression testing. They need to meet the following criteria. 1. The automated tests have to run as quickly and affordably as possible. 2. The least amount of money needed to develop additional automated tests can only be spent. 3. A significant degree of independence between the automated tests and the tool itself is required. Which of the following scripting techniques would be MOST suitable? A. Structure scripting B. Keyword-driven scripting C.Data-driven scripting D.Linear scripting Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 7 Keyword-driven scripting Correct Answer: This technique involves creating scripts that use keywords to represent actions or sets of actions. It is suitable because: Independence: It provides a high degree of independence between the test scripts and the tool itself, as the keywords can be reused across different tools. Cost Efficiency: It allows for the creation of reusable components, which reduces the cost of developing additional automated tests. Speed: Once the keywords are defined, tests can be created and executed quickly, meeting the criteria for running tests affordably and swiftly. 2. 3. Other Options Structured scripting: While it organizes scripts in a modular way, it doesn’t offer the same level of independence from the tool as keyword-driven scripting. Data-driven scripting: This focuses on separating test data from scripts, which is useful but doesn’t address the need for tool independence as effectively as keyword-driven scripting. Linear scripting: This is the simplest form of scripting, where tests are written in a linear sequence. It lacks reusability and independence, making it less suitable for the given criteria. 1. Frage 47 Which of the following describes how interdependencies between tests should be managed? A. Pass the data from one test to the next via the test script ○ B. Externally store the data used by several tests C.Combine the tests into a single, more complex test D.Use the tests sequentially so that they always execute in the specified order Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 9 Correct Answer: This approach is recommended because: Independence: Storing data externally ensures that tests are not dependent on each other, which enhances test maintainability and reusability. Flexibility: It allows for easier updates and modifications to the test data without altering the test scripts themselves. Scalability: This method supports the scalability of test automation by enabling the same data to be used across multiple tests efficiently. Other Options Pass the data from one test to the next via the test script: This creates dependencies between tests, making them less modular and harder to maintain. Combine the tests into a single, more complex test: This reduces modularity and increases complexity, making tests harder to manage and debug. Use the tests sequentially so that they always execute in the specified order: This approach introduces dependencies and reduces the flexibility to run tests independently or in parallel. Frage 48 Which technical design aspect does not address the overall Test Automation Solution? A. Identifying interface requirements B. Utilizing a version control system C.Selecting test automation tools D.Developing test scripts Richtige Antwort: D Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 27 Explanation: Developing test scripts: This activity is more about the implementation phase rather than the design phase of a test automation solution. The design phase focuses on planning and structuring the automation framework, while developing test scripts is about creating the actual tests based on the design.. Other Answers: Identifying interface requirements: This is a crucial design activity as it involves understanding how the test automation solution will interact with the SUT and other systems. Utilizing a version control system: This is important for managing changes and maintaining the integrity of the test automation code, which is a key aspect of the overall solution. Selecting test automation tools: Choosing the right tools is a fundamental part of designing an effective test automation solution, ensuring compatibility and meeting the project’s needs. Frage 49 Which of the following statements is true? A. To make sure the SUT functions, tests in a preproduction environment might be conducted B. Since many automated test suites will run for every deployment, test cases do not serve as a quality gate ○ C.Tests are not run as a separate pipeline that is started once the deployment is successful D.Tests are not run as part of the deployment step Richtige Antwort: B Bereich: (nicht) Explanation Quelle/Referenz: 29 Question: “Which of the following statements is true?” Answer: “To make sure the SUT functions, tests in a preproduction environment might be conducted” This statement is generally true, but it doesn’t address the specific context of automated test suites and their role in the deployment process. Correct Answer: “Since many automated test suites will run for every deployment, test cases do not serve as a quality gate” Explanation: In continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) environments, automated test suites are run with every deployment to ensure the system under test (SUT) functions correctly. This means that the quality gate is not the test cases themselves but the successful execution of these automated tests. This aligns with the ISTQB CTTAE V2.0 syllabus, which emphasizes the role of automation in modern testing practices. Answer: “Tests are not run as a separate pipeline that is started once the deployment is successful” This statement is incorrect because in many CI/CD setups, tests are often run in parallel or as part of the deployment pipeline, not after the deployment is deemed successful. Answer: “Tests are not run as part of the deployment step” This statement is also incorrect because automated tests are typically integrated into the deployment process to catch issues early and ensure the deployment is successful.