iSQI CTFL_Syll_4.0 Exam - Topic 5 Question 42 Discussion

Actual exam question for iSQI's CTFL_Syll_4.0 exam

Question #: 42
Topic #: 5

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 Brittani at Aug 14, 2025, 04:58 PM

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Georgene

8 months ago

C seems too short, not sure about that one.

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Phuong

8 months ago

Definitely B, it makes the most sense!

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Sheron

9 months ago

I think the correct sequence is A.

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Maryann

9 months ago

Wait, how can S2 go back to S1? That seems off.

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Rosendo

9 months ago

I agree with A, it fits the lifecycle stages.

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Frederick

9 months ago

I’m leaning towards option D because it seems to follow a logical progression, but I could be mixing it up with another question.

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Edmond

9 months ago

I feel like option B might be correct since it loops back to S2 and S3, but I’m not entirely confident.

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Ira

10 months ago

I remember practicing a question like this, and I think S3 leads to S4, but I can't recall the exact sequence.

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Jame

10 months ago

I think the life-cycle of a defect starts at S0 and goes through S1 and S2, but I'm not sure about the later stages.

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Kris

10 months ago

I'm feeling pretty confident about this. I've reviewed the diagram and the answer choices, and I think I know which sequence is correct. I'll double-check my work, but I'm ready to submit my answer.

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Shawna

10 months ago

This is a tricky one. The diagram has a lot of information, and the answer choices are similar. I'll need to take my time and really focus on the details to make sure I get this right.

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Layla

10 months ago

Okay, I think I've got it. The diagram shows the different stages a defect goes through, and the answer choices are presenting different sequences of those stages. I'll analyze each choice to see which one matches the diagram.

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Lore

11 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit confused by the different states in the diagram. I'll need to make sure I understand what each state represents before I can select the right answer.

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Benedict

11 months ago

This looks like a straightforward question about the life cycle of a defect. I'll carefully review the diagram and the answer choices to determine the correct sequence.

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