ISTQB Exam CTFL-Foundation Topic 2 Question 40 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISTQB's CTFL-Foundation exam

Question #: 40
Topic #: 2

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According to the ISTQB Glossary, regression testing is required for what purpose?

ATo verify the success of corrective actions.

BTo prevent a task from being incorrectly considered completed.

CTo ensure that defects have not been introduced by a modification.

DTo motivate better unit testing by the programmers.

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Suggested Answer: C

According to the ISTQB Glossary, regression testing is performed to ensure that changes or modifications in the software have not introduced new defects. The primary purpose of regression testing is to verify that the existing functionality of the software remains unaffected by recent changes, enhancements, or bug fixes.

The syllabus states that regression testing helps in confirming that the recent modifications do not negatively impact the previously working functionalities of the software.

by Isidra at Jul 08, 2025, 06:08 AM

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