Test Completion CTAL-TM Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11expert · hard

   A test manager is archiving test assets for a long-term project that will have multiple releases. The organization has a policy to retain test artifacts for five years. The test manager must balance accessibility with storage costs. What is the most appropriate approach?

   • AKeep all artifacts indefinitely in the test management tool without any organization.
   • BStore all artifacts in a compressed archive and keep it on a local server.
   • CArchive all artifacts in a structured repository with metadata for easy retrieval, and define a retention schedule.
   • DArchive only the final test summary report for each release to save space.
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2. 12application · medium

   A test manager is archiving test assets for a project that may be revisited in the future. The team used a mix of automated and manual tests. What is the most important consideration when archiving?

   • AStore only the automated test scripts, as they are the most valuable.
   • BEnsure that all artifacts are stored in a format that can be retrieved and understood later.
   • CArchive everything in a compressed file and store it on a shared drive.
   • DKeep the archive on the test lead's laptop for easy access.
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4. 13application · medium

   A test team is completing a project that is subject to regulatory compliance. The test manager must ensure that test assets are preserved for potential audits. Which action is most appropriate?

   • AKeep only the final test summary report, as it contains all necessary information.
   • BArchive the test plan, test cases, test results, and defect reports in a controlled repository with defined retention.
   • CDelete all test artifacts after the release to save storage costs.
   • DStore artifacts on the test lead's personal drive for easy access.
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5. 14foundation · easy

   Which of the following is an effective way to communicate test completion status to stakeholders?

   • APresenting a clear summary of results and any open issues
   • BPosting the results on a social media platform
   • CDiscussing the results only with the test team
   • DSending a brief email with no details
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6. 15expert · hard

   A test manager is writing a test summary report for a project where exit criteria were met, but a significant number of defects were deferred. The report will be reviewed by the steering committee. What is the best way to present the deferred defects?

   • AList the deferred defects without any analysis or recommendation.
   • BExclude the deferred defects because they were approved for deferral.
   • CInclude a section on deferred defects with their impact and a recommendation for the next release.
   • DMention the deferred defects in a footnote to avoid drawing attention to them.
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