ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL 2018) — Question 46

Which of the following are triggers for Maintenance testing?
a) System migration from one platform to another.
b) Retirement of a system.
c) Preparation for an audit of a system.
d) Modifications to a system.
e) Development of a whole new system.

Answer options

• A. a, c and d.
• B. b, c and e.
• C. a, d and e.
• D. a, b and d.

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as system migration, retirement, and modifications all necessitate Maintenance testing to ensure continued functionality and compliance. Options A and C include preparation for an audit and development of a new system, which do not typically trigger Maintenance testing. Option B includes system retirement, which is not a trigger for maintenance but rather an endpoint.