ISTQB CT-TAE – Certified Tester Test Automation Engineer — Question 8

Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of test automation?

Answer options

• A. Automated exploratory testing is difficult to implement
• B. Test automation can be a distraction from the objective of finding bugs
• C. Tests are more likely to have operator errors.
• D. Slower feedback on the quality of the system.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer, B, highlights that test automation can sometimes shift focus away from the primary aim of detecting bugs, potentially leading to oversight. Option A is incorrect as automated exploratory testing can be challenging but is not inherently a disadvantage of automation. Option C is misleading since operator errors can occur in manual testing too, and option D is not accurate as feedback speed can vary and is not a universal disadvantage.