What is the purpose of defining entry criteria for test automation?

To specify the exact number of test cases that must be automated

To list all the defects that must be fixed before automation can start

To define the exit criteria for the entire software project

To determine when it is appropriate to start automating tests for a project

A team is assessing the feasibility of automating the regression tests for a mobile app. The app is updated frequently with new features, and the UI changes often. The team has a limited budget for automation tools. What is the most important factor to consider in this feasibility assessment?

The cost of the automation tool compared to the manual testing effort.

The number of test cases that can be automated.

The availability of skilled automation engineers in the team.

The frequency of UI changes and the stability of the application.

How does test automation influence the requirements phase of the SDLC?

It eliminates the need for requirements review.

It encourages more precise and testable requirements.

It replaces the need for user acceptance testing.

It requires that all requirements be implemented before any testing.

How does test automation support continuous integration (CI) in DevOps?

By requiring manual approval for every build

By running automated tests automatically on every code commit

By storing all test results in a spreadsheet

By replacing the need for version control

Which of the following is an example of an exit criterion for test automation?

The project manager approves the automation budget.

The automation tool has been installed and configured.

The test environment is available for automation execution.

The automated test suite achieves a defined pass rate and coverage target.

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