BCS ISTQB-BCS Certified Tester Advanced Level- Technical Test Analyst (2012)

QUESTION NO: 1
If we say that a set of tests has achieved 100% structural decision coverage on a particular module in a program, what does that mean?
1 credit [K2]
Numberof correct answers: 1

A. That every control flow branch had been executed at least once by those tests. B. That every dataflow in that module was exercised at least once bythose tests. C. That all bugs present in that module were necessarily revealed by those tests. D. That every path through that module was exercised at least once by those tests.

Correct Answer: A

QUESTION NO: 2
TheBonus Program is perceived by management to be critical. Defects in the program would almost immediately lead to financial loss. In the past an improvement program has been run to implement review based on IEEE 1028. Knowledge and skills on both formal andinformal reviews are available. There is also an existing pool of review leaders. Which of the following review types would you choose to review the program? 2 credits [K4]
Number of correct answers: 1

A. Informal review B. Inspection C. Walkthrough D. Management review

Correct Answer: B

QUESTION NO: 3
An embedded software company isconsidering to improve the quality of its software components to be delivered to the integration team. After studying various experience papers that report a higher level of quality for software components, two main alternative techniques are identified: static analysis and dynamic analysis. In deciding which one is most applicable and how they relate to each other a detailed study is performed. Which of the following are TWO key similarities between static analysis and dynamic analysis? 2 credits [K4]
Number of correct answers: 2

A. Both are usually undertaken by development during coding and unit testing B. Both are usually undertaken by integration testers C. Both are related to reviews D. Both are performed using requirements as its major input document E. Both usually use a tool

Correct Answer: A,E

QUESTION NO: 4
Which of the following is the most important benefit of making exploratory testing part of your test approach for the "Bonus Program"?
3 credits [K4]
Number of correct answers: 1

A. The ability to utilize a very experienced test team B. The ability to accurately predict the residual risk prior to delivery C. The ability to test effectively without acomplete test basis D. The ability to prevent defects during requirements analysis

Correct Answer: C

QUESTION NO: 5
What are the TWO most significant pitfalls theorganisation should be aware of?1 credit [K2]
Number of correct answers: 2

A. Cost of maintenance of test scripts B. Coverage measurements are often difficult C. Need to train testers and gain skills D. Test management will become more time-consuming E. Lack of good process as a baseline

Correct Answer: A,C

QUESTION NO: 6
As a technical test analyst, you are involved in a risk analysis session using the Failure Mode and Effect Analysis technique. You are calculating risk priorities. Which of the following are the major factors in this exercise? 1 credit [K2]
Number of correct answers: 1

A. Severity and priority B. Functionality, reliability, usability, maintainability, efficiency and portability C. Likelihood and impact D. Financial damage, frequency of use and external visibility

Correct Answer: C

QUESTION NO: 7
What is the theoretical maximum level of switch coverage that can be achieved for the state diagram above?
1 credit [K2]
Number of correct answers: 1

A. 6 B. 5 C. 7 D. 4

Correct Answer: B

BCS ISTQB-BCS Certified Tester Advanced Level- Technical Test Analyst (2012) - TTA1 Exam Questions