iSQI CTAL-TM_Syll2012 Exam - Topic 1 Question 74 Discussion

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You are the Test Manager of a new project that will have three formal levels of testing. unit, integration and system testing. The testing strategy you decide to adopt a blend of risk-based testing and reactive testing strategies.

Which of the following answers describes the most consistent example of implementation of this test strategy during the execution of the system tests?

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AYour test team executes exploratory tests following a session-based test management approach throughout the system test phase

BYour test team executes system tests under the guidance of a sample of users throughout the system test phase

CYour test team executes scripted tests designed and implemented before the execution of the system test phase, to cover the identified product risks. It also performs exploratory testing sessions throughout the system test phase

DYour test team autonomously performs some exploratory testing sessions and, at the very end of the system testing phase, it also executes more system tests under the guidance of a sample of users

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Roy

3 months ago

Option A is interesting, but I feel like it lacks structure compared to C.

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Katie

3 months ago

Wait, are we really trusting users to guide testing? That sounds risky.

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Corinne

3 months ago

Not sure about C, seems like too much planning upfront.

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Gregoria

4 months ago

Totally agree, C covers both scripted and exploratory testing!

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Hoa

4 months ago

I think option C makes the most sense for risk-based testing.

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Rebecka

4 months ago

I feel like option A is more about exploratory testing, but I’m not sure if that aligns with the structured approach we learned for system tests.

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Hubert

4 months ago

I'm a bit confused about the role of user guidance in these options. Does that make a difference in how we implement risk-based testing?

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Jackie

4 months ago

I think option C sounds familiar because it mentions covering identified product risks, which we practiced in our last mock exam.

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Karina

5 months ago

I remember we discussed the importance of balancing scripted and exploratory testing, but I'm not sure which option best reflects that blend.

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Oren

5 months ago

I'm not totally sure about this one. The different options seem to focus on different aspects of the testing strategy. I might need to review the concepts of risk-based and reactive testing to make sure I understand how they should be applied here.

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Joanne

5 months ago

Okay, I think I've got it. Option C describes executing scripted tests to cover identified risks, while also doing exploratory testing throughout the system test phase. That seems like a good way to combine the two strategies. I'll go with C.

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Tyisha

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit confused. The question mentions a "blend" of strategies, but it's not clear to me how the different options represent that blend. I'll need to think this through carefully.

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Thora

5 months ago

This question seems straightforward - it's asking about the best way to implement a blend of risk-based and reactive testing strategies during system testing. I think option C is the most consistent with that approach.

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Lynette

1 year ago

As a test manager, I'd want my team to be nimble and adapt to the risks as they emerge. Option C gives them that flexibility while still having a solid foundation.

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Delmy

1 year ago

Let's make sure to implement this approach during the system testing phase

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Una

1 year ago

It allows us to cover identified risks while also being flexible

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Ernie

1 year ago

I agree, having a mix of scripted tests and exploratory testing is important

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Cordie

1 year ago

Option C sounds like the best approach for our test strategy

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Gwenn

1 year ago

Option D sounds like they're trying to do a little bit of everything, but leaving the most important stuff - the scripted tests - until the very end. Not a fan.

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Daryl

1 year ago

I agree, it seems like they should prioritize the scripted tests to cover the identified product risks first before moving on to exploratory testing.

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Ollie

1 year ago

Option D sounds like they're trying to do a little bit of everything, but leaving the most important stuff - the scripted tests - until the very end. Not a fan.

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Nicolette

1 year ago

Haha, imagine if the test team just said 'Welp, we're gonna wing it and do some random exploring at the end!' That would be a disaster.

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Lynna

1 year ago

D) Your test team autonomously performs some exploratory testing sessions and, at the very end of the system testing phase, it also executes more system tests under the guidance of a sample of users

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Arlette

1 year ago

C) Your test team executes scripted tests designed and implemented before the execution of the system test phase, to cover the identified product risks. It also performs exploratory testing sessions throughout the system test phase

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Beata

1 year ago

A) Your test team executes exploratory tests following a session-based test management approach throughout the system test phase

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Lettie

1 year ago

I agree, Option C is the way to go. Mixing both proactive and reactive testing strategies is the best way to ensure we cover all the bases.

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Dalene

1 year ago

Agreed, Option C provides a comprehensive approach to testing by combining both scripted tests for identified risks and exploratory testing sessions.

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Lai

1 year ago

I think having a blend of proactive and reactive testing strategies is crucial for thorough testing. Option C seems to strike the right balance.

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Joanna

1 year ago

Option C is definitely the most consistent example of implementation. It covers identified risks with scripted tests and also includes exploratory testing sessions.

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Cristal

1 year ago

I prefer option D. Mixing autonomous exploratory testing with user-guided system tests at the end provides a good balance.

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Shantell

1 year ago

Option C seems like the most comprehensive approach to me. Covering the identified risks with scripted tests while also leaving room for exploratory testing during the system test phase.

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