ISTQB Exam CTAL-TM Topic 7 Question 3 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISTQB's CTAL-TM exam

Question #: 3
Topic #: 7

Which three of the following would be considered a good mix of technical and interpersonal skills (hard and soft), for a test team leader?

a. Ability to compliment a developer.

b. Presenting information regarding a test project progress to stakeholders

c. Using a configuration management tool.

d. Ability to read a development coding language

e. Assessing a failure and documenting it correctly.

Ac. d and e.

Ba. b and e.

Ca. c and d.

Db, d and e.

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by Britt at Mar 05, 2025, 06:47 AM

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Lashawna

17 days ago

Wait, I thought the answer was 'all of the above' - a true test team leader can do it all, right?

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Louis

18 days ago

I'm going with c, d, and e. Reading code and using the right tools are just as important as assessing failures.

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Pearly

19 days ago

Definitely a, c, and e. Soft skills like complimenting developers and technical skills like config management are crucial.

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Hollis

27 days ago

I see your point, Marjory. Those skills are definitely valuable in a test team leader role.

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Marjory

28 days ago

I believe c, d and e are crucial for technical and interpersonal skills.

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Vinnie

1 months ago

Hmm, I'd say b, d, and e. A test team leader needs to be able to communicate with stakeholders and document issues effectively.

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Angella

7 days ago

Yes, a mix of technical and interpersonal skills is essential for a test team leader.

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Marci

10 days ago

Using a configuration management tool is also crucial for technical skills.

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Vincenza

11 days ago

I agree, communication with stakeholders and documenting issues are key.

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Albert

23 days ago

I think b, d, and e are important for a test team leader.

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Margart

1 months ago

I agree with Nell, those skills are important for a test team leader.

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Nell

1 months ago

I think a, b and e would be a good mix.

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