Planning CT-PT Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6foundation · easy

   Which of the following is typically included in the 'Scope' section of a performance test plan?

   • AThe names and contact information of all team members involved in the test.
   • BThe exact dates and times when each test will be executed.
   • CThe detailed step-by-step instructions for executing each test script.
   • DThe specific transactions and user scenarios to be tested, and those explicitly excluded.
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2. 7foundation · easy

   Which of the following is the best example of a transaction in a performance test for an online banking application?

   • AThe server executing a SQL query to retrieve account data.
   • BThe network latency between the client and server.
   • CThe user's browser loading a single image from the server.
   • DThe user logging in and viewing their account balance.
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4. 8foundation · easy

   During performance testing, a critical risk is identified that could impact the system's ability to meet an SLA. What is the most appropriate way to communicate this to stakeholders?

   • AInform only the technical team and let them decide what to do.
   • BDownplay the risk to avoid causing concern among stakeholders.
   • CWait until the final report is complete before informing anyone.
   • DCommunicate the risk promptly, clearly explaining its potential impact and any recommended actions.
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5. 9expert · hard

   A performance test team is planning a test for a system that will be used by both internal employees and external customers. The internal users have a predictable usage pattern, while external customers have a more variable pattern. The test plan must balance the need for realistic load with the cost of testing. What is the most appropriate approach?

   • ACreate a single load profile that combines both user types based on the expected mix.
   • BCreate separate load profiles for internal and external users and run them in separate tests.
   • CUse a constant load profile that represents the average of both user types.
   • DFocus the test on the external customers only, since they are more variable and likely to cause performance issues.
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6. 10expert · hard

   A performance test team has completed a load test and found that the system meets the response time SLA but has a high error rate under peak load. The project manager needs to communicate this to the business stakeholders, who are concerned about the upcoming launch. What is the most effective way to communicate the results?

   • APresent the raw error rate data and let stakeholders interpret the impact themselves.
   • BPresent the results as a success because the response time target was met, and mention the error rate as a minor issue.
   • CDelay the report until the error rate issue is resolved, to avoid negative feedback.
   • DPresent the results with a clear explanation of the error rate's impact on users and the risk to the launch, and propose a plan to address it.
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