STEP CTEL-ITP-ATP Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1foundation · easy

   In the STEP model, which phase involves defining the improvement goals and selecting measures?

   • APlanning
   • BAssessment
   • CEvaluation
   • DImplementation
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2. 2application · medium

   A test team is using the STEP model for the first time. They have completed the assessment phase and are now in the planning phase. The team has identified several improvement opportunities but is unsure which ones to prioritize. According to the STEP model, what should guide the prioritization?

   • AThe potential impact on the defined improvement goals
   • BThe ease of implementation for each opportunity
   • CThe preferences of the most senior testers
   • DThe availability of external consultants
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4. 3application · medium

   After a STEP-based improvement initiative, the test manager analyzes the results. The defect detection percentage (DDP) improved from 70% to 85%, but the team missed the target of 90%. The test manager also notes that testers reported the new test design technique was difficult to apply. What should the test manager do to evaluate the effectiveness of the initiative?

   • ADeclare the initiative a failure because the target was not met
   • BAnalyze the gap between actual and target DDP and gather feedback on the technique
   • CSet a new target of 85% and close the initiative
   • DFocus only on the DDP metric and ignore tester feedback
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5. 4foundation · easy

   What is the main purpose of the evaluation phase in the STEP model?

   • ATo plan the next improvement cycle
   • BTo determine whether the improvement achieved its goals
   • CTo implement the improvement actions
   • DTo assess the current test process
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6. 5application · medium

   A test manager is planning a STEP-based improvement initiative. The organization has a tight budget and limited staff availability. The test manager needs to ensure the initiative is feasible. What should the test manager do during the planning phase?

   • ADefine the scope and allocate resources realistically
   • BSet ambitious goals without considering resource limits
   • CSkip the assessment phase to save time
   • DImplement all improvement opportunities at once
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