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Question 1

Your defect opened trend is converging to the closed trend but there is still a gap. What does that gap represent?

A : Defects that are projected but have not been found yet

B : Defects fixed but not yet closed

C : Defects that have resulted from regressions

D : Defects that will be introduced to production

Answer: B

Question 2

1.5.4 What is the primary purpose of retrospectives in Agile software development?

A : To create detailed test plans

B : To review and improve methods and collaboration at the end of each iteration

C : To allocate tasks and set deadlines

D : To document code changes

Answer: B

Question 3

1.5.2 Describe the structure and purpose of TMMi® and TPI NEXT® models and explain how they support test process improvement. Discuss the significance of maturity levels and key areas in these models.

A : TMMi® and TPI NEXT® both provide a linear pathway for improvement, with TMMi® focusing on agile methodologies and TPI NEXT® focusing on waterfall methodologies. The maturity levels in both models represent sequential steps that must be followed strictly, and the key areas are checkpoints that indicate completion of each step.

B : TMMi® and TPI NEXT® models both support test process improvement through structured frameworks. TMMi® has five maturity levels, each with specific test process areas and goals, while TPI NEXT® defines 16 key areas with four maturity levels each. These maturity levels and key areas help organizations assess their current processes and plan targeted improvements, visualized in a maturity matrix.

C : TMMi® and TPI NEXT® are designed to work only at the organizational level and require complete adherence to all practices and sub-practices outlined. Maturity levels indicate the number of years an organization has been using the model, and key areas are department-specific improvements.

D : TMMi® and TPI NEXT® are primarily used to audit testing processes. The maturity levels in TMMi® relate to the financial investment in testing, while TPI NEXT® key areas are focused on compliance with industry standards. Both models emphasize regulatory compliance over practical improvements.

Answer: B

Question 4

1.3.2 During a risk workshop for the e-commerce platform project, you notice that the quality risks related to the payment gateway integration have not been thoroughly addressed. How should the Test Manager ensure comprehensive risk identification in this area?

A : Rely on past experience to fill in the gaps and move forward with the risk identification process

B : Schedule a follow-up workshop specifically focused on the payment gateway integration, involving key stakeholders such as payment gateway vendors, security experts, and financial analysts

C : Add generic payment gateway risks from a checklist to the risk register and proceed with planning

D : Ask the development team to provide additional risks based on their implementation plans

Answer: B

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the appraisal costs in the cost of quality'

A : The cost spent preventing defects from occurring in the first place

B : The cost for performing dynamic testing

C : The cost for fixing defects

D : The cost for lawyers to deal with a lawsuit over a defect

Answer: B

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Total 463 Questions | Updated On: Dec 18, 2025

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