ISEB-SWT2 Free Practice Test

- (Exam Topic 22)
What is static analysis?

1. A. The decision between using white or black box test techniques.
2. B. Executing software to validate the most common path through the code.
3. C. A technique to find defects in software source code and software models, performed without executing code.
4. D. It is a testing technique used during system testing.

Correct Answer: C

- (Exam Topic 22)
What content would be in an incident report if that incident report was based on the IEEE 829 Standard for SoftwareTest Documentation?
(i)Identification of configuration items of the software or system. (ii)Software or system lifecycle process in which the incident was observed. (iii)Description of the anomaly to enable reproduction of the incident. (iv)Number of occurrences of the incident.
(v) Classification of the cause of the incident for metrics and for reporting purposes. Number of correct answers: 1

1. A. i, ii, iii
2. B. ii, iii
3. C. i, iii, iv
4. D. i, ii, iii, v

Correct Answer: A

- (Exam Topic 21)
Boundary value testing:

1. A. Is the same as equivalence partitioning tests
2. B. Test boundary conditions on, below and above the edges of input and output equivalence classes
3. C. Tests combinations of input circumstances
4. D. Is used in white box testing strategy

Correct Answer: B

- (Exam Topic 22)
Which of the following is a valid objective of testing? [K1]

1. A. Correcting defects
2. B. Locating defects in the code
3. C. Preventing defects
4. D. Ensuring no defects are present

Correct Answer: C

- (Exam Topic 22)
Which of the following characteristics is most likely to promote effective software testing? [K1]

1. A. Independence from the production process
2. B. A belief that programmers always make mistakes
3. C. Knowledge of the number of defects typically found in a program
4. D. Confidence that the next stage will find defects missed at this stage

Correct Answer: A