Benefits and Risks of Test Automation CTFL Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a risk associated with test automation?

   • AIt can lead to a false sense of security if tests are not maintained.
   • BIt guarantees that all tests will run faster than manual tests.
   • CIt eliminates the need for test planning.
   • DIt always increases the number of defects found in the software.
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2. 7foundation · easy

   When evaluating the cost-benefit of test automation, which of the following should be considered?

   • AThe brand of the automation tool.
   • BThe number of testers on the team.
   • CThe initial cost of the automation tool and the effort to create test scripts.
   • DThe color scheme of the automation tool's user interface.
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4. 8application · medium

   A team is about to start a new project and wants to introduce test automation. The project has a short timeline, and the team is under pressure to deliver. The test manager wants to maximize the chance of automation success. Which factor is most critical to address before writing the first automated test?

   • AWriting a detailed test plan for the manual tests first.
   • BPurchasing a license for a commercial automation tool.
   • CEnsuring the team has adequate training and skills in test automation.
   • DSelecting a tool that supports the team's technology stack.
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5. 9application · medium

   A company automates its regression suite. After six months, the team notices the automated tests are failing daily due to minor UI text changes, and testers are spending more time fixing scripts than executing tests. The test manager wants to address the root cause. What should the team do first?

   • AReview the test automation architecture and improve the robustness of element locators.
   • BSwitch to a different automation tool that promises lower maintenance.
   • CAssign a dedicated developer to fix the failing tests each morning.
   • DIncrease the frequency of automated test runs to identify failures earlier.
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6. 10foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a benefit of test automation that is especially valuable for regression testing?

   • AIt reduces the need for test data management.
   • BIt automatically updates test cases when requirements change.
   • CIt allows tests to be executed repeatedly with the same steps and data.
   • DIt removes the need for test environment setup.
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