ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level – Test Analyst (CTAL-TA) — Question 65

Which task is NOT considered the responsibility of the Test Analyst as part of the test Implementation activities?

Answer options

• A. Updating the traceability between the test basis and testware.
• B. Creating a test execution schedule, including resource allocation.
• C. Creating automated tests or identifying tests to be automated.
• D. Reporting defects based on the failures observed.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because creating automated tests or identifying tests for automation is usually the responsibility of developers or automation engineers, not Test Analysts. The other options involve tasks that are part of the Test Analyst's role, such as updating traceability, scheduling tests, and reporting defects.