ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL 2018) — Question 2

Which of the following is an approach that can be used for exploratory testing?

Answer options

• A. Time-boxed test sessions are created, during which a tester uses a test charter containing test objectives to guide the testing.
• B. A tester methodically executes tests from a list of possible failures, based on experience, defect and failure data.
• C. A tester analyses, designs and implements tests based on external rules and standards.
• D. Tests are designed based on the guidance of stakeholders and experts outside the test team.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Option A is correct because it describes a structured yet flexible approach to exploratory testing, focusing on time-limited sessions with clear objectives. Options B, C, and D are more aligned with scripted or formal testing methodologies, which do not embody the exploratory nature of the task.