ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL 2018) — Question 20

Which of the following BEST describes checklist-based testing?

Answer options

• A. An approach to testing whereby the testers dynamically design and execute tests based on their knowledge, exploration of the test item and the results of previous tests.
• B. An experience-based test technique whereby the experienced tester uses a high-level list of items to be noted, checked or remembered, or a set of rules or criteria against which a product has to be verified.
• C. A procedure to derive and/or select test cases based on an analysis of the specification, either functional or non-functional, of a component or system without reference to its internal structure.
• D. A test design technique which ensures that test cases are checked for consistency and completeness against an organisation's list of formatting rules and best practices.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Option B is correct as it accurately describes checklist-based testing as an experience-based technique using a list of items for verification. The other options involve different testing methods: A describes exploratory testing, C refers to specification-based testing, and D relates to adherence to formatting and completeness standards.