Integrating from External Sources CTEL-TM-OTM Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6foundation · easy

   What is the primary purpose of integrating external sources into the test strategy?

   • ATo replace the need for internal testing expertise
   • BTo enhance testing effectiveness by incorporating relevant external knowledge
   • CTo reduce the test team's workload by outsourcing test design
   • DTo satisfy the test manager's personal interest in external publications
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2. 7expert · hard

   A test manager is evaluating two external sources for updating the test strategy: a new industry standard that is gaining adoption and a regulatory update that is not yet in force but will become mandatory in six months. The organization has limited resources to implement changes. What is the most appropriate approach to evaluate and integrate these sources?

   • AImplement the industry standard now because it is more current
   • BWait until the regulatory update is in force before making any changes
   • CImplement both sources immediately to be prepared
   • DPlan to implement the regulatory update now, and assess the industry standard for potential future integration
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4. 8application · medium

   A test manager is considering using a new testing methodology from a vendor that claims it can reduce testing effort by 50%. The methodology is not widely adopted and has limited public evidence. The test manager's organization is in a regulated industry with strict quality requirements. What should the test manager do to evaluate the credibility of this external source?

   • AReject the methodology because it is not widely adopted
   • BImplement the methodology in a pilot project to gather empirical evidence
   • CAsk the vendor for a guarantee of the 50% reduction
   • DAccept the vendor's claim because it is from a reputable vendor
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5. 9foundation · easy

   Which of the following is an example of integrating an external source into test processes?

   • ADeleting external references from the test strategy
   • BAdopting a recognized industry standard for test documentation in the test plan
   • CKeeping the test plan unchanged to avoid external influence
   • DUsing only internal experience to define test cases
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6. 10expert · hard

   A test manager is evaluating a new testing standard that is not yet widely adopted. The standard has been developed by a consortium of industry experts and is available for free. The test manager's organization is in a highly regulated industry and has a conservative approach to change. What should the test manager do to evaluate the credibility and applicability of this standard?

   • AWait for the standard to become a regulation before considering it
   • BReject the standard because it is not widely adopted
   • CAdopt the standard immediately because it is free and from experts
   • DConduct a pilot project to assess the standard's applicability and gather evidence of its benefits
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