Mastering Software Testing Quiz

What is the primary purpose of testing in software development?

• To write code

• To manage project timelines

• To assess the quality of software

• To design user interfaces

Which of the following is NOT a typical objective of testing?

• To increase project costs

• To verify requirements

• To prevent defects

• To find defects

What is the difference between testing and debugging?

• Testing is more expensive than debugging

• Testing is done by developers; debugging is done by testers

• Debugging is done before testing

• Testing is about finding defects; debugging is about fixing them

Which of the following is a reason why testing is necessary?

• To reduce the number of developers needed

• To eliminate the need for documentation

• To prevent financial loss and ensure safety

• To ensure software is developed quickly

What is an error in the context of software testing?

• A defect in the code

• A mistake made by a person

• A failure of the software

• A successful test case

Which testing principle emphasizes the importance of early testing?

• Testing shows the presence of defects

• Absence of errors is not a quality

• Defects cluster together

• Early testing saves time and costs

In which model does testing occur only after all development activities are completed?

• Waterfall model

• Spiral model

• V-model

• Agile model

What is the main focus of integration testing?

• Testing individual components in isolation

• Testing user acceptance

• Testing the interaction between integrated units

• Testing the entire system as a whole

Which type of testing focuses on the behavior of the entire system?

• Integration testing

• Static testing

• Unit testing

• System testing

What is the purpose of acceptance testing?

• To test individual components

• To find as many defects as possible

• To validate the system's readiness for deployment

• To ensure compliance with coding standards