ISTQB CT-UT Exam - Topic 7 Question 4 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISTQB's CT-UT exam

Question #: 4
Topic #: 7

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Which of the following are advantages of using a usability lab?

i. The context is natural

ii. Test sessions are easy to observe

iii. Inexpensive setup

iv. Similar conditions for all sessions

v. Easy recording of sessions

Ai, ii & v are true, iii & iv are false

Bii, iv & v are true, i & iii are false

Cii & iv are true, i, iii & v are false

Diii, iv & v are true, i & ii are false

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Suggested Answer: B

A usability lab provides a controlled environment where sessions are straightforward to observe (ii), conducted under consistent conditions (iv), and easily recorded for later analysis (v). Natural context (i) and low cost (iii) are not advantages of a lab setting.

by Malinda at Aug 02, 2025, 01:00 PM

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Basilia

2 months ago

Natural context? Not always, depends on the lab!

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Teri

2 months ago

Totally agree, the observation part is super easy.

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Carey

3 months ago

Wait, is the setup really that inexpensive? Seems off.

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Jordan

3 months ago

I’d say iii is definitely false, labs can be pricey.

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Haley

3 months ago

I think ii, iv & v are definitely true!

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Charlie

3 months ago

I recall that usability labs can be expensive to set up, so I’m leaning towards option B since it says that iii is false.

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France

4 months ago

I practiced a similar question, and I think recording sessions easily is definitely an advantage, which points to option B or C.

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Della

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like the natural context of testing is important, so maybe option A is correct?

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Glenn

4 months ago

I remember discussing how usability labs provide a controlled environment, so I think options ii and iv might be true.

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Dewitt

4 months ago

The inexpensive setup part is throwing me off. Doesn't setting up a dedicated usability lab require a fair amount of investment? I'm not sure about that one.

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Alesia

4 months ago

Okay, I think I've got it. The lab setting allows for easy observation and recording, and standardized conditions, but it's not necessarily a natural context for the user. I'll mark B as my answer.

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Isadora

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about the "natural context" part. Isn't the whole point of a usability lab to create a controlled environment? I'll have to think this through carefully.

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Denna

5 months ago

I'm pretty confident about this one. The key advantages of a usability lab seem to be the ability to easily observe and record the test sessions, as well as having similar conditions for all participants.

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Nichelle

5 months ago

I believe having a natural context is also a big advantage.

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Louvenia

6 months ago

Yes, it definitely helps in observing test sessions easily.

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Naomi

6 months ago

Haha, a usability lab is about as natural as a zoo. But hey, at least we can observe the users like caged animals! Option B is the way to go.

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Kimi

7 months ago

I think option C is correct. The natural context is indeed a disadvantage, but the controlled conditions and easy recording are huge advantages of a usability lab.

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Elvis

7 months ago

Definitely option B. The context in a usability lab is not natural, but the test sessions are easy to observe and record. The setup can be quite expensive too.

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Jacquline

5 months ago

I agree, option B seems to be the correct choice.

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Clay

7 months ago

I think using a usability lab has many advantages.

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