A test manager is analyzing metrics and finds that the defect detection percentage is high, but the cost per defect is also high. The manager wants to improve the test process. Which action is most likely to reduce cost per defect while maintaining effectiveness?

Reduce the number of test cases to lower testing cost.

Increase the test execution rate by using more automation.

Increase the number of test cases to find more defects.

Focus on defect prevention activities, such as improving requirements and design reviews.

How can metric results be used to guide strategic test management decisions?

By identifying areas for improvement in the test process

By eliminating the need for test planning

By automatically adjusting the test strategy

By guaranteeing that all defects will be found

When selecting metrics for a test process, what should be the primary driver?

The tools that are easiest to use

The context, goals, and stakeholders of the test process

The number of test cases available

The industry standard metrics for all projects

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Effectiveness, Efficiency and Satisfaction Metrics for the Test Process CTEL-TM-SM Practice Questions (Page 1)

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Which metric measures the number of test cases executed per unit of time?
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A test manager is analyzing metrics and finds that the defect detection percentage is high, but the cost per defect is also high. The manager wants to improve the test process. Which action is most likely to reduce cost per defect while maintaining effectiveness?
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How can metric results be used to guide strategic test management decisions?
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A test manager wants to measure the efficiency of the test process. The team executed 1,000 test cases in 200 hours and found 50 defects. The total cost of testing (including salaries and tools) was $25,000. What is the cost per defect?
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When selecting metrics for a test process, what should be the primary driver?
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Effectiveness, Efficiency and Satisfaction Metrics for the Test Process CTEL-TM-SM Practice Questions (Page 1)

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Which metric measures the number of test cases executed per unit of time?

A test manager is analyzing metrics and finds that the defect detection percentage is high, but the cost per defect is also high. The manager wants to improve the test process. Which action is most likely to reduce cost per defect while maintaining effectiveness?

How can metric results be used to guide strategic test management decisions?

A test manager wants to measure the efficiency of the test process. The team executed 1,000 test cases in 200 hours and found 50 defects. The total cost of testing (including salaries and tools) was $25,000. What is the cost per defect?

When selecting metrics for a test process, what should be the primary driver?

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