ISTQB FOUNDATION 4.0 | Tutorial 3

What is the main focus of Chapter 1 in the ISTQB Foundation certification tutorial?

• Regression testing

• Static testing

• Dynamic testing

• Fundamentals of testing

What is the difference between QA and QC in the context of testing?

• QA is a formal role, while QC is an informal role

• QA is responsible for finding defects, while QC is responsible for fixing defects

• QA defines the process, while QC implements the process

• QA focuses on test execution, while QC focuses on test planning

What is the synonym for 'defect' in the hardware industry?

• Error

• Mistake

• Bug

• Fault

What is the fundamental reason for the occurrence of a problem known as?

• Error

• Defect

• Failure

• Root cause

What is the main purpose of conducting regression testing after fixing a defect?

• To introduce new defects

• To identify the failure

• To verify the root cause

• To ensure the defect is fixed

What is the primary responsibility of a tester in the software industry?

• Conducting quality assurance

• Conducting quality control

• Contributing to process improvement

• Writing test cases

What is the term used for a deviation between expected and actual results?

• Error

• Failure

• Mistake

• Defect

When does static testing typically occur in the software development life cycle?

• During requirement gathering

• During deployment

• During test execution

• During maintenance phase

What is the main goal of a tester when conducting testing activities?

• To execute test cases

• To review requirements

• To find defects

• To write test cases

What is the difference between 'mistake' and 'error' in the context of testing?

• Mistake and error are synonyms

• Mistake is a programming term, error is a generic term

• Mistake is a synonym for defect, error is a synonym for failure

• Mistake is intentional, error is unintentional