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BCS CTFL4 Exam - Topic 5 Question 37 Discussion

Actual exam question for BCS's CTFL4 exam

Question #: 37
Topic #: 5

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Which sequence of stated in the answer choices is correct in accordance with the following figure depicting the life-cycle of a defect?

AS0->S1->S2->S3->S5->S1

BS0->S1->S2->S3->S5->S1->S2->S3

CS0->S1->S2~>S3->S4

DS0->S1 ->S2->S3->S5->S3->S4

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Suggested Answer: D

According to the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) v4.0, the life cycle of a defect typically follows a sequence from its discovery to its closure. In the provided figure, it starts with S0 (New), moves to S1 (Assigned), then to S2 (Resolved), followed by S3 (Verified). If the defect is not fixed, it can be Re-opened (S5) and goes back for verification (S3). Once verified, it is Closed (S4).Reference: ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) v4.0 Syllabus, Section 1.4.3, Page 17.

by Filiberto at Mar 05, 2026, 12:16 AM

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Brett

3 days ago

I agree with Rory. A is straightforward and clear.

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Jesusa

8 days ago

Option B seems too long. I like the simplicity of C.

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Vincenza

13 days ago

I prefer option D. It shows the defect returning to S3.

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Rory

18 days ago

I think option A makes the most sense.

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Freida

23 days ago

I feel C is missing steps. It doesn't cover everything.

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Mohammad

28 days ago

Option B is too long. I like the simplicity of A.

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Elli

1 month ago

I prefer option D. It seems more comprehensive.

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Susy

1 month ago

I think option A looks right. It flows logically.

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Britt

1 month ago

D makes sense. It covers all stages well.

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Ernie

2 months ago

C looks too simple. I doubt it's right.

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Francoise

2 months ago

I'm leaning towards B. It seems more comprehensive.

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Sherell

2 months ago

I think option A is correct. It flows logically.

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Antione

2 months ago

I’m surprised S4 isn’t mentioned more!

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Hoa

2 months ago

I always thought it was A.

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Lonna

4 months ago

Wait, is S2 supposed to loop back?

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Olive

4 months ago

No way, I’m leaning towards D.

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Myra

4 months ago

I think option B looks right.

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Carlota

4 months ago

D looks good too, but I’m not sure about that last part.

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Oretha

5 months ago

I agree with B, it flows logically.

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Lisandra

5 months ago

Surprised that C is even an option, seems off.

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Belen

5 months ago

Definitely not A, that one skips steps!

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Chan

5 months ago

I think the correct sequence is B.

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Serita

5 months ago

I believe S0 to S1 is the starting point, but I’m uncertain if S3 goes directly to S4 or if it has to go through S5 first.

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Mollie

5 months ago

I have a vague memory that S5 is a final state, but I’m confused about whether it loops back to S1 or not.

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Paola

6 months ago

I think I practiced a similar question where the sequence was crucial. I feel like S3 leads to S4, but I can't recall the exact order.

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Ariel

6 months ago

I remember that the defect lifecycle involves states like S0, S1, and S2, but I'm not sure about the transitions between them.

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