Test Tools CTAL-TM Practice Questions (Page 5)

Questions 21–25

1. 21expert · hard

   A test manager is evaluating two test tools. Tool A has a lower cost but limited vendor support. Tool B has a higher cost but includes comprehensive support and training. The organization has a small test team with limited experience in test automation. The team will need significant support to implement the tool successfully. Which tool should the test manager choose?

   • ATool A, because the lower cost is more important for the budget.
   • BTool B, because higher cost always means better quality.
   • CTool B, because the support and training will help the team succeed.
   • DTool A, because the team can learn on their own.
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2. 22application · medium

   A test team has been using a test management tool for two years. The vendor has released a major upgrade that includes new features and security fixes. The team is concerned about the impact on their existing test data and integrations. What should the test manager do?

   • AUpgrade only the test data, not the tool itself.
   • BUpgrade immediately to get the security fixes.
   • CSkip the upgrade to avoid any disruption.
   • DPlan the upgrade carefully, including a test of the upgrade in a non-production environment.
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4. 23foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a business aspect to consider when selecting a test tool?

   • AThe tool's ability to generate detailed reports.
   • BThe tool's support for various scripting languages.
   • CThe tool's performance under heavy load.
   • DThe total cost of ownership, including licenses, maintenance, and training.
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5. 24application · medium

   A test manager is calculating the ROI of a test tool. The tool costs $20,000 per year. It is expected to save 5 hours per week per tester, and there are 4 testers. The average hourly cost is $40. What is the annual savings in dollars?

   • A$10,000
   • B$8,000
   • C$20,000
   • D$40,000
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6. 25foundation · easy

   What is a primary purpose of conducting a pilot project when introducing a new test tool?

   • ATo measure the tool's return on investment before any other steps are taken.
   • BTo evaluate the tool's suitability and identify issues in a controlled environment before full deployment.
   • CTo replace the existing test process entirely with the new tool's workflow.
   • DTo train all testers in the organization on the new tool before any deployment.
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