ISTQB CT-TAE – Certified Tester Test Automation Engineer — Question 35

At what layer in the TM is the decision made to use manual or automated means to create the test automation?

Answer options

• A. Test generation
• B. Test definition
• C. Test execution
• D. Test adaptation

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, Test definition, as this is the stage where the strategy for test automation is established, deciding between manual and automated approaches. The other options represent different phases of the testing process that do not involve this critical decision-making aspect.