QA Knowledge Challenge

What does QA stand for?

• Quality Always

• Quality Assurance

• Quick Automation

• Quality Analytics

Answer explanation

QA stands for Quality Assurance, which refers to the systematic process of ensuring that products meet specified requirements and standards. The other options do not accurately represent the common meaning of QA.

What is the first step in the QA testing process?

• Execute test cases

• Identify requirements

• Log defects

• Deploy to production

Answer explanation

The first step in the QA testing process is to identify requirements. This ensures that the testing aligns with the expected outcomes and functionalities before executing test cases or logging defects.

Which of the following is NOT a type of Software Testing?

• Functional testing

• Physical Device testing

• Regression testing

• Performance testing

Answer explanation

Physical Device testing is not a recognized type of software testing. The other options—Functional, Regression, and Performance testing—are standard testing methodologies used to evaluate software quality.

What’s the first thing you do when you find a bug?

• Blame the developer

• Log it in the bug tracker

• Investigate and understand the bug before taking further steps

• Ask the bug, "Why are you here?"

Answer explanation

The correct first step when finding a bug is to investigate and understand it. This allows you to gather necessary information before logging it or taking further action, ensuring a more effective resolution.

Why might we prioritize testing the 'Place Order' feature over the 'Add Profile Picture' feature in a food delivery app?

• Because 'Add Profile Picture' is not critical to the app's core functionality.

• Because 'Place Order' is more important for the app's users and business.

• Because 'Add Profile Picture' is easier to test.

• All of the above.

Answer explanation

Prioritizing 'Place Order' is essential as it directly impacts user experience and business revenue. 'Add Profile Picture' is less critical and easier to test, making it a lower priority. Thus, all reasons support prioritizing 'Place Order'.

What is User Acceptance Testing (UAT)?

• A type of testing done by end-users to ensure the software meets their needs

• A test to check coding standards

• A test conducted by developers to validate their code

• A testing phase focused on system integration

Answer explanation

User Acceptance Testing (UAT) is performed by end-users to verify that the software meets their requirements and expectations, making the first answer choice correct.

What is the main purpose of Retesting?

• To Test the entire application

• To check if a specific bug has been fixed

• To ensure new features are working

• To test new functionalities added to the systems

What is the goal of Regression Testing?

• To check the system's performance

• To confirm that changes haven't broken existing functionality

• To evaluate the system's usability

• To verify compatibility across browsers

Which of the following best describes the QA flow?

• Writing test scripts, deploying code, and fixing issues

• Planning, designing tests, executing tests, and reporting defects

• Analyzing user requirements, coding, and deploying to production

• Designing user interfaces, executing tests, and generating revenue

Which of the following is an example of non-functional testing?

• Regression testing

• Performance testing

• Unit testing

• Smoke testing