Difference Between Testing Client, Server and Client-Server Mechanics CT-GAME Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21foundation · easy

   When testing client-side mechanics in isolation, what should a tester focus on?

   • AValidating that the server's scoring logic is accurate
   • BVerifying that the server correctly enforces game rules
   • CConfirming that network packets are synchronized between players
   • DChecking that the UI responds quickly to player input
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2. 22foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a server-side mechanic in an online game?

   • AAuthoritatively tracking the player's current health points
   • BRendering the player's inventory screen
   • CDisplaying a hit marker when a shot lands
   • DPlaying a sound effect when a player picks up an item
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4. 23foundation · easy

   Which mechanic is typically authoritative on the server to prevent cheating?

   • AThe animation of a door opening
   • BThe position of a cursor on the player's screen
   • CThe final decision on whether a player's action is valid
   • DThe visual appearance of a character's skin
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5. 24application · medium

   A game tester is asked to verify that a player's health bar updates immediately when the player takes damage from a trap. The trap's damage calculation is performed on the server, and the client displays the health bar. Which statement correctly describes where the health bar update logic and state reside?

   • AThe health bar update is entirely server-side because the damage calculation happens there.
   • BThe health bar's visual update is client-side, but the authoritative health value is server-side.
   • CThe health bar update is entirely client-side because it is displayed on the player's screen.
   • DThe health bar update is a client-server mechanic because it requires both the server's damage calculation and the client's rendering.
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6. 25application · medium

   A game tester needs to verify that the server correctly enforces the rule that a player cannot pick up an item if their inventory is full. The client sends a pickup request, but the server must decide whether to allow it. What should the tester focus on?

   • ATesting the server's inventory state and rule enforcement by sending various pickup requests and verifying the server's response.
   • BTesting the network latency between client and server to ensure pickup requests are processed quickly.
   • CTesting the client's input handling to ensure the pickup button responds to clicks.
   • DTesting the client's inventory UI to ensure it displays the correct number of items after a pickup.
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