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Which of the following is a possible reason for introducing a defect in software code?
Suggested Answer: A
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The ISTQB CTFL syllabus identifies several causes for defects in software. One prominent reason, as highlighted in the curriculum, is the pressure and rush to meet tight deadlines, which can lead to insufficiently reviewed or tested code being moved into further stages of testing or production. This scenario describes rushing to meet a deadline as a potential cause for defects because it may compromise the thoroughness of code development and testing. Reference: ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level Syllabus v4.0, Section 1.4.1 'Why is Testing Necessary?'.
24 comments · newest first
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Zita
2 days ago
I agree with C. System testing catches major flaws.
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Arlette
7 days ago
A and B are my top picks. Time pressure is a killer.
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Beatriz
12 days ago
D can be misleading. Static testing is important, but not everything.
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Tamekia
17 days ago
C is crucial too. If system testing is weak, defects slip through.
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Rosann
23 days ago
B is also a problem. Skipping unit tests leads to issues.
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Malcom
28 days ago
Definitely A. We rush and miss things.
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Ahmed
1 month ago
I think A is a big reason. Deadlines stress us out.
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Kristian
1 month ago
Same here. Time constraints are a real problem.
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Franklyn
1 month ago
Right, but I still lean towards A as the main culprit.
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Frankie
2 months ago
D could be an issue too. Static testing can't catch everything.
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Heidy
2 months ago
True, but A feels more common in my experience.
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Kristian
2 months ago
C is crucial too. If system testing is flawed, issues arise later.
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Franklyn
2 months ago
B is also valid. Without proper unit tests, defects slip through.
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Frankie
2 months ago
Agreed, A makes sense. Rushing leads to mistakes.
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Heidy
2 months ago
I think A is a big reason. Deadlines pressure us.
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Gail
3 months ago
Wait, are we saying defects are intentional sometimes?
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Brock
3 months ago
D) seems a bit extreme, really?
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Jaclyn
3 months ago
C) can lead to major issues later on.
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Xenia
3 months ago
I think B) is often overlooked.
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Brynn
3 months ago
A) is definitely a common reason.
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Shoshana
4 months ago
I guess all of these options could lead to defects, but I'm leaning towards improper system testing as a major factor.
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Elmira
5 months ago
I feel like I've seen a similar question before, and it mentioned static vs. dynamic testing. That could definitely introduce defects.
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Portia
5 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about improper unit testing leading to issues.
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Ming
5 months ago
I think rushing to meet a deadline is a common reason for defects, like we discussed in our last class.