iSQI CTAL-ATT Exam - Topic 7 Question 65 Discussion

Actual exam question for iSQI's CTAL-ATT exam

Question #: 65
Topic #: 7

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The following User story is being developed using the 8DD approach:

As a Purchasing Manager

i want to see a list of all Purchase Orders placed so far this month with their total value

So that I can control the amount of money being spent

Which scenario is BOTH written in correct Gherkin format AND is appropriate for this User Story9

SEI ECT ONE OPTION

AGiven that three Purchase Orders with a total value of 21.75 have been placed so far this month AND the Purchasing Manager has navigated to the Purchase Order Reporting page
When the Purchasing Manager clicks the button 'List of Purchase Orders placed this month'
Then the 3 orders and their total value of 21.75 are displayed

BGiven that three Purchase Orders with a total value of 21.75 have been placed so far this month
When the Purchasing Manager requests the list of Purchase Orders placed this month
Then the appropriate details are displayed

CGiven that I am a Purchasing Manager AND three Purchase Orders with a total value of 21.75 have been placed so far this month
When I request the list of Purchase Orders placed this month
Then all orders and their total value of 21.75 are displayed

DGiven that three Purchase Orders with a total value of 21.75 have been placed so far this month
When the Purchasing Manager requests the list of Purchase Orders placed this month
Then the 3 orders and their total value of 21.75 are displayed

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Suggested Answer: D

Option D is written in correct Gherkin format and is appropriate for the User Story. It clearly states the precondition (three Purchase Orders with a total value of 21.75 have been placed), the action taken by the Purchasing Manager (requesting the list of Purchase Orders placed this month), and the expected outcome (the 3 orders and their total value of 21.75 are displayed). This scenario directly addresses the Purchasing Manager's desire to see a list of all Purchase Orders placed so far this month with their total value, which aligns with the User Story's goal of controlling the amount of money being spent.

Reference= ISTQB Advanced Level Agile Technical Tester documents and Training resources12.

by Kirby at Nov 20, 2025, 09:25 AM

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Andree

1 month ago

I like C, but it’s too personal. Should stick to the role.

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Noel

2 months ago

A has a nice flow, but D is more concise.

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Billye

2 months ago

I agree with Brock. D gives exact numbers.

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Rolf

2 months ago

Option B feels vague to me. Needs more specifics.

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Melda

2 months ago

Not sure if any of these really capture the user story well.

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Corrinne

2 months ago

I agree with Bob, D just feels cleaner.

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Louvenia

2 months ago

Wait, why is there a total value mentioned in every option?

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Clarinda

3 months ago

I think Option D is more straightforward.

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Asuncion

3 months ago

Option A clearly states the button click action.

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Gracia

3 months ago

Option A has a bit too much detail, in my opinion.

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Skye

4 months ago

Haha, option C is trying too hard with the "I am a Purchasing Manager" bit.

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Jina

4 months ago

I like how option D is straightforward and to the point.

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Boris

4 months ago

Option B looks good to me.

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Marvel

4 months ago

I recall that the Gherkin format should focus on the behavior, so maybe option D is the best fit since it clearly states the expected outcome.

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Ryann

4 months ago

I feel like option B is close, but it might be missing some context about the Purchasing Manager's actions.

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Penney

4 months ago

I think option A is the most detailed, but I wonder if it’s too specific for a user story.

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Luis

5 months ago

I remember we practiced Gherkin format, but I'm not sure if all the scenarios here follow the correct structure.

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Tawna

5 months ago

I'm not entirely sure about the difference between options B and D. I'll need to think through the nuances of each one to determine which one is more appropriate.

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Dorcas

5 months ago

The key here is to identify the scenario that is written in correct Gherkin format. I'll double-check the structure of each option to make sure it follows the Given-When-Then pattern.

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Reid

5 months ago

I think option A is the best. It’s clear and detailed.

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Erasmo

6 months ago

Option D seems to be the most clear and concise, matching the user story requirements. I'll go with that one.

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Brock

6 months ago

I prefer option D. It’s straightforward and to the point.

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Truman

6 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit confused by the wording of the options. I'll need to re-read the user story and the Gherkin format requirements to make sure I understand what they're looking for.

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Bong

6 months ago

This looks like a straightforward Gherkin scenario question. I'll carefully read through the options and select the one that best matches the given user story.

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