ISTQB Exam CT-TAE Topic 1 Question 28 Discussion

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Question #: 28
Topic #: 1

Which of the following metrics could suggest, under certain condition that an automated regression test suite has NOT been updated for new functionalities added to the SUT?

AThe ratio of comments to executable statements in the SUT code.

BThe SUT code coverage provided by the execution of the regression test suite.

CThe defect density in the automation code of the regression test suite.

DThe ratio of commands to executable statements in the automation code of the regression test suite

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Suggested Answer: B

by Rose at May 07, 2024, 05:30 PM

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Shawnee

1 months ago

Choosing D, just because I like the idea of a high ratio of commands to executable statements. Sounds like a fun problem to solve!

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Mari

1 months ago

I'm going to have to go with B. High code coverage is a good sign that the regression suite is up-to-date.

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Elroy

16 days ago

I'm not sure about that, I believe the ratio of comments to executable statements is a better metric to consider.

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Marjory

21 days ago

I think the defect density in the automation code could also suggest if the suite has been updated.

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Leanora

27 days ago

I agree with you, high code coverage is definitely a good indicator.

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Junita

1 months ago

Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. I was thinking C, but I'm open to other opinions. Anyone else have thoughts?

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Billye

B) The SUT code coverage provided by the execution of the regression test suite.

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Theola

7 days ago

A) The ratio of comments to executable statements in the SUT code.

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Brent

2 months ago

I'm going with D. The ratio of commands to executable statements in the automation code could suggest the tests haven't been updated.

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Rolande

12 days ago

I see your point, but I still believe D is more accurate. The ratio of commands to executable statements directly reflects the test suite's update status.

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Rosendo

29 days ago

I think B is a better indicator. Code coverage from the regression tests can show if new functionalities have been tested.

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Kristeen

2 months ago

But what about option B) The SUT code coverage provided by the execution of the regression test suite? Wouldn't that also indicate if the test suite has not been updated?

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Ivory

2 months ago

I think B is the correct answer. If the regression test suite doesn't cover new functionalities, the code coverage will be low.

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Anglea

2 months ago

I agree with Myra. If the automation code has a high defect density, it could suggest that the test suite has not been updated for new functionalities.

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Myra

2 months ago

I think the answer is C) The defect density in the automation code of the regression test suite.

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