ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level – Test Analyst (CTAL-TA) — Question 25

A company in the medical domain has adopted methodical testing as its preferred test strategy. Before being able to release to the market, an external audit on the test process is mandatory. The test team consists of a mix of highly experienced domain-based testers and Junior testers who only recently Joined the company.

What is the BEST option regarding the level of detail and documentation required for test cases in the project? (Choose all that apply.)

Answer options

• A. Low-level test cases since this will support both the external audit and the new junior testers.
• B. High-level test cases since this is consistent with the chosen test strategy.
• C. Low-level test cases since it will make the process more effective and it will make the best use of the knowledge and skills of the experienced domain testers.
• D. High-level test cases since it will make the process more effective and it will make the best use of the knowledge and skills of the experienced domain testers.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Option A is correct because low-level test cases will provide the necessary detail for both the external audit and support the junior testers in understanding the testing process. Options B and D suggest high-level test cases, which would not provide the required detail for the audit or adequately assist the junior testers, while Option C, although it mentions low-level cases, does not address the audit requirement.