iSQI Exam CTFL_Syll2018 Topic 8 Question 115 Discussion

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Question #: 115
Topic #: 8

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Which of the following is a correct statement about informal reviews?

AThe usefulness of an informal review is highly variable and strongly dependent on the reviewers

BInformal review must be done by the author of the reviewed material, before it is submitted for formal review

CThe moderator of an informal review should not be the author of the reviewed material

DAn informal review has no impact on the quality of the product, just on the level of knowledge of the reviewers while Structural tests can be performed at Unit test level

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Suggested Answer: A

According to the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus Version 2018, an informal review is a type of static testing technique that does not follow a defined process and has no formal or minimal entry and exit criteria. The usefulness of an informal review is highly variable and strongly dependent on the reviewers, who may be chosen arbitrarily. Informal reviews are often performed as part of the development process, before the work product is submitted for formal review. The moderator of an informal review may or may not be the author of the reviewed material. An informal review can have a positive impact on the quality of the product, as well as on the level of knowledge of the reviewers.

by Lazaro at Aug 13, 2025, 08:48 PM

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Wilburn

3 days ago

I think I read somewhere that the moderator shouldn't be the author to ensure impartiality, which makes me think C could be the right answer.

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Lai

9 days ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like informal reviews can be done by anyone, not just the author. That makes me lean away from B.

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Pamella

14 days ago

I remember discussing how the effectiveness of informal reviews can really depend on who is doing the reviewing, so I think A might be correct.

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Felicia

20 days ago

I'm pretty confident I know the answer to this one. Informal reviews are meant to be flexible and provide quick feedback, not follow a strict process. So the first option about the usefulness being highly variable seems like the best fit.

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Alethea

25 days ago

Okay, I've got a strategy for this. Informal reviews are typically less structured than formal ones, so the usefulness likely depends a lot on the reviewers involved. I'll rule out the options that seem too rigid or absolute about the process.

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Flo

1 month ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The options seem to cover a range of statements about informal reviews, but I'm not totally clear on the nuances between them. I'll need to think this through carefully.

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Felice

1 month ago

This seems like a straightforward question about informal reviews. I'll focus on understanding the key differences between the options and choose the one that best matches the description of informal reviews.

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Dalene

2 months ago

C) The moderator of an informal review should not be the author of the reviewed material.

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Tenesha

3 months ago

A) The usefulness of an informal review is highly variable and strongly dependent on the reviewers.

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