Reactive Strategies CTEL-TM-SM Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11foundation · easy

   What is a primary advantage of using reactive test strategies?

   • AThey allow the test team to respond quickly to changes and unexpected findings
   • BThey ensure complete test coverage of all requirements
   • CThey reduce the need for skilled testers
   • DThey provide a high level of predictability in test coverage
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2. 12foundation · easy

   What is the primary distinction between reactive and proactive test strategies?

   • AReactive strategies are always more effective than proactive strategies
   • BReactive strategies are used only for regression testing, while proactive strategies are used for new features
   • CReactive strategies are based on historical data, while proactive strategies are based on future predictions
   • DReactive strategies are developed in response to events, while proactive strategies are planned in advance
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4. 13expert · hard

   A test manager is leading a project for a safety-critical system. The project has a very detailed, proactive test plan that has been reviewed and approved by regulators. Midway through the project, a minor, non-safety-related feature is changed. The change is low-risk but requires some testing. What is the most appropriate decision regarding the test strategy?

   • AStop all testing and update the entire proactive test plan to include the new feature before proceeding
   • BUse a reactive strategy, such as exploratory testing, only for the changed feature while continuing the proactive plan for the rest of the system
   • CIgnore the change and continue with the existing proactive plan, as it has been approved by regulators
   • DShift to a reactive strategy for the entire project to handle the change more flexibly
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5. 14foundation · easy

   What is the primary purpose of monitoring the effectiveness of a reactive test strategy?

   • ATo ensure that all test cases are executed exactly as written
   • BTo document all testing activities for regulatory compliance
   • CTo determine whether the strategy is achieving its intended outcomes and to identify needed adjustments
   • DTo compare the performance of different testers
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6. 15expert · hard

   A test manager has a small, highly experienced test team and a very short timeline to test a new feature that was just delivered. The feature is an addition to a well-established, stable system. The manager needs to provide rapid feedback on the feature's quality. Which reactive strategy is most appropriate, and what is its primary advantage in this context?

   • AAd-hoc testing, because it requires no preparation and can start immediately
   • BA proactive strategy using a pre-defined regression suite, because it provides comprehensive coverage
   • CRisk-based testing, because it ensures the most critical parts of the new feature are tested first
   • DExploratory testing, because it leverages the team's experience to quickly identify defects and provide immediate feedback
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