ISQI Certified Tester Foundation Level — Question 55

Which of the following is a valid reason for writing test cases based on experience and intuition?

Answer options

• A. Use of formal techniques requires expensive training
• B. Only experience can ensure all functionality is covered
• C. Tests based on experience and intuition can supplement formal techniques
• D. Formal techniques require the use of expensive tools

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer, C, highlights that experience and intuition can provide valuable insights that complement formal testing techniques. Options A and D incorrectly focus on the costs of formal methods rather than their effectiveness, while B suggests that only experience can achieve coverage, which undermines the value of formal techniques.