iSQI CTFL_Syll2018 Exam - Topic 2 Question 110 Discussion

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Question #: 110
Topic #: 2

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Which of the following is NOT a factor on which test estimation is dependent upon?

ADefect debugging and resolution

BThe outcome of testing of previous test cycle

CCharacteristics of the development process

DCharacteristics of the product

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Suggested Answer: B

Test estimation is the process of predicting the effort, time, and resources required for testing a software system. Test estimation depends on several factors that influence the scope, complexity, and quality of testing. Some of these factors are:

Characteristics of the product: This factor indicates how difficult or challenging it is to test the software system based on its size, functionality, reliability, usability, performance, security, etc.

Characteristics of the development process: This factor indicates how well or poorly the software system is developed based on the development methodology, standards, tools, techniques, etc.

Characteristics of the test process: This factor indicates how effective or efficient the testing process is based on the test strategy, plan, design, execution, evaluation, etc.

Characteristics of the test team: This factor indicates how skilled or experienced the test team is based on their knowledge, competence, motivation, communication, collaboration, etc.

The outcome of testing of previous test cycle is not a factor on which test estimation is dependent upon because it does not affect the effort, time, or resources required for testing the current test cycle. Rather, it is an outcome or consequence of test estimation that can provide feedback and lessons learned for improving future test estimations. You can find more information about test estimation inSoftware Testing Foundations: A Study Guide for the Certified Tester Exam, Chapter 22.

by Makeda at May 01, 2025, 03:24 PM

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Paris

4 months ago

C seems like a no-brainer to me.

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France

4 months ago

I think B is more relevant than people realize.

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Ashton

4 months ago

Wait, are we sure D isn't a factor?

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Gayla

4 months ago

Really? I thought all of these mattered in some way.

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Isaac

5 months ago

Definitely not A, that's a huge factor!

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Pamella

5 months ago

I practiced a similar question where we had to identify irrelevant factors, and I think characteristics of the development process could be a trick option.

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Dallas

5 months ago

I feel like defect debugging is definitely a factor, but I can't recall if it was specifically mentioned in relation to estimation.

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Junita

5 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember we discussed how product characteristics can impact estimation. That makes me think D might not be the answer.

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Earleen

6 months ago

I think test estimation is usually influenced by previous test cycles, so maybe option B is the right answer?

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Rasheeda

6 months ago

I've got this! The key here is to remember that test estimation is focused on planning and forecasting, not the actual testing process itself. So things like defect debugging, which happen during testing, wouldn't be a factor in the estimation. I'm confident A is the right answer.

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Lavonna

6 months ago

Okay, let me break this down. Test estimation is all about predicting the time and resources needed for testing, right? So it would make sense that factors like the previous test cycle results and the development process would be important. But defect debugging? I'm not so sure about that one.

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Sharmaine

6 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know test estimation depends on factors like the development process and product characteristics, but I'm not sure if defect debugging is one of them. I'll have to think this through carefully.

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Lezlie

6 months ago

This question seems straightforward. I think the answer is A - Defect debugging and resolution, since that's not a factor that test estimation depends on.

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Dana

10 months ago

Haha, this question is a real brain-teaser, isn't it? I'm just going to close my eyes and pick one at random. Maybe I'll get lucky and it'll be the right answer!

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Reena

9 months ago

D) Characteristics of the product

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Elfrieda

9 months ago

C) Characteristics of the development process

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Cherelle

9 months ago

B) The outcome of testing of previous test cycle

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Boris

9 months ago

A) Defect debugging and resolution

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Wade

10 months ago

I'm sorry, but I have to go with C. Characteristics of the development process. That just seems like the most obvious factor that would influence test estimation. Unless, of course, the answer is 'None of the above' and the test writer is just trying to mess with us.

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Franchesca

9 months ago

User 3: I agree with Franchesca, D) Characteristics of the product seems like a key factor in test estimation.

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Deeann

10 months ago

User 2: I'm not so sure about that. I would go with D) Characteristics of the product.

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Vincent

10 months ago

User 1: I think it's A) Defect debugging and resolution.

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Aleisha

10 months ago

You're right, I overlooked that. So, the answer must be D) Characteristics of the product.

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Deangelo

10 months ago

But don't you think the characteristics of the development process also play a role?

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Mariko

11 months ago

I'm going with B. The outcome of testing from previous cycles is the only one that doesn't seem directly related to test estimation. Although, I do wonder if the correct answer is 'All of the above' and the question is just trying to trick us.

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Marylyn

9 months ago

I'm going with B as well.

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Fabiola

9 months ago

Definitely, B doesn't directly impact test estimation like the others.

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Gail

9 months ago

Yeah, I think B is the correct answer.

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Nickole

9 months ago

I agree, B does seem like the odd one out.

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Kenneth

9 months ago

D) Characteristics of the product

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Darrel

9 months ago

C) Characteristics of the development process

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Cecilia

9 months ago

B) The outcome of testing of previous test cycle

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Phil

10 months ago

A) Defect debugging and resolution

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Terry

11 months ago

Wait, isn't the answer D? Characteristics of the product? I mean, how can you estimate testing without knowing the product you're testing?

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Dominic

10 months ago

C) Characteristics of the development process

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Agustin

10 months ago

B) The outcome of testing of previous test cycle

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Daren

10 months ago

A) Defect debugging and resolution

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Aleisha

11 months ago

I disagree, I believe it's B) The outcome of testing of previous test cycle.

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Deangelo

11 months ago

I think the answer is A) Defect debugging and resolution.

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Scarlet

11 months ago

Hmm, I'm not so sure. I think C. Characteristics of the development process might be the correct answer. That seems like something that would impact test estimation.

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