Alignment of Test Policy and Test Strategy with the Organization CTEL-TM-SM Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6expert · hard

   A test manager is defining a test strategy for a large, distributed system. The test policy emphasizes risk-based testing and early feedback. The project has a tight deadline and limited test resources. The team is considering two options: (1) a risk-based strategy that focuses on high-risk modules, or (2) a strategy that tests all modules equally to ensure broad coverage. Which strategy is most aligned with the policy and the project constraints?

   • AA hybrid strategy that starts with equal effort and then shifts to risk-based.
   • BRisk-based strategy, because it focuses resources on the most critical areas.
   • CA strategy based on module complexity, not risk.
   • DEqual-effort strategy, because it ensures no module is neglected.
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2. 7application · medium

   A retail company's business goal is to increase online sales by improving the user experience of its e-commerce website. The test policy currently focuses on backend system reliability. Which change to the test policy would best align it with the business goal?

   • ARemove all references to specific testing types to be more flexible.
   • BMaintain the current policy because backend reliability is essential for sales.
   • CIncrease the frequency of backend performance testing.
   • DAdd a statement emphasizing usability and user experience testing.
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4. 8expert · hard

   A test policy has been in place for five years. The organization has recently shifted from a product-centric to a customer-centric business model. The test manager is reviewing the policy. Which update to the policy would best reflect this change?

   • AKeep the policy unchanged because testing principles are universal.
   • BFocus the policy on product features and functionality.
   • CRemove all references to quality goals to avoid bias.
   • DAdd a statement emphasizing customer satisfaction and user experience as key quality goals.
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5. 9foundation · easy

   Which of the following is an organizational factor that can influence the test policy and strategy?

   • AThe color scheme of the company logo
   • BThe type of coffee served in the break room
   • CThe number of employees in the marketing department
   • DThe organization's culture and attitude towards risk
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6. 10foundation · easy

   What is a key benefit of effectively communicating the test policy and strategy to stakeholders?

   • AIt helps stakeholders understand the value of testing and increases their commitment to quality
   • BIt ensures that stakeholders can select the test tools
   • CIt ensures that stakeholders can write the test policy
   • DIt ensures that stakeholders can identify defects in the software
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