Topic 6, Scenario 6, V4 “Independent Test Team”
You have for a while been trying to hire a second test automation specialist for your test team
However, you did not have any luck in finding a suitable candidate. So now, you have been asked
by IT management of XYZ to forward a proposal with alternative solutions for building an
automated regression test suite at system test level over a period of 2 years including needed
training and eventual handover to the test team.
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Instead of having an independent test team within the company, the company is considering to
outsource testing. What are THREE key challenges that are typical for outsourcing?

Topic 7, Scenario 7 “Test Estimation”
You have been contracted to manage the acceptance testing of a new computer-based
reservation system for a travel agency. You have provided an approximate budget estimate for the
testing project based on previous experience with similar sized projects. However, the
management of the parent company of the travel agency will not commit to the budget until
detailed cost estimates are provided.
The reservation system is being developed by a third party However, detailed specifications of the
software are available, as well as an estimate of the total effort that will be spent in developing the
software. The software is to be delivered in four increments, and the functionality to be delivered in
each increment has already been agreed on.
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Identify THREE items that would be part of the work-breakdown structure showing the key testing
activities for the acceptance test project.

Topic 7, Scenario 7 “Test Estimation”
You have been contracted to manage the acceptance testing of a new computer-based
reservation system for a travel agency. You have provided an approximate budget estimate for the
testing project based on previous experience with similar sized projects. However, the
management of the parent company of the travel agency will not commit to the budget until
detailed cost estimates are provided.
The reservation system is being developed by a third party However, detailed specifications of the
software are available, as well as an estimate of the total effort that will be spent in developing the
software. The software is to be delivered in four increments, and the functionality to be delivered in
each increment has already been agreed on.
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In general which part of the testing activity is most difficult to estimate?

Topic 7, Scenario 7 “Test Estimation”
You have been contracted to manage the acceptance testing of a new computer-based
reservation system for a travel agency. You have provided an approximate budget estimate for the
testing project based on previous experience with similar sized projects. However, the
management of the parent company of the travel agency will not commit to the budget until
detailed cost estimates are provided.
The reservation system is being developed by a third party However, detailed specifications of the
software are available, as well as an estimate of the total effort that will be spent in developing the
software. The software is to be delivered in four increments, and the functionality to be delivered in
each increment has already been agreed on.
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In general, why is it NOT a good idea to estimate the testing effort based only on a percentage of
development effort? Identify THREE valid reasons.

Topic 7, Scenario 7 “Test Estimation”
You have been contracted to manage the acceptance testing of a new computer-based
reservation system for a travel agency. You have provided an approximate budget estimate for the
testing project based on previous experience with similar sized projects. However, the
management of the parent company of the travel agency will not commit to the budget until
detailed cost estimates are provided.
The reservation system is being developed by a third party However, detailed specifications of the
software are available, as well as an estimate of the total effort that will be spent in developing the
software. The software is to be delivered in four increments, and the functionality to be delivered in
each increment has already been agreed on.
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Which aspect in the test estimate is the main risk in this project?

Topic 8, Scenario 8, V2 “Test Proems Improvement’
You have raised the issue that improving the testing process is also dependent on the status of
the software development process.
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Model characteristics:
Which THREE of the below mentioned characteristics relate to TMMi?

Topic 8, Scenario 8, V2 “Test Proems Improvement’
You have raised the issue that improving the testing process is also dependent on the status of
the software development process.
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The test improvement project will take place in an organization developing a safety-critical
avionics application. Which one of the following standards do you believe would be most
appropriate to take into account for compliance during your assignment?

Topic 8, Scenario 8, V2 “Test Proems Improvement’
You have raised the issue that improving the testing process is also dependent on the status of
the software development process.
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Comparing TMMi and TPI, which is not a valid reason for choosing either TPI or TMMi?

Topic 8, Scenario 8, V2 “Test Proems Improvement’
You have raised the issue that improving the testing process is also dependent on the status of
the software development process.
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A test assessment has been carried out using the selected model as a reference framework. A
number of recommendations have been identified and you are asked to prioritize them. Based on
your knowledge of the project, you are expecting severe resistance to change. Which of the
following would be the most important selection criterion for defining the priority of the
recommendations?

Topic 8, Scenario 8, V2 “Test Proems Improvement’
You have raised the issue that improving the testing process is also dependent on the status of
the software development process.
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Which of the following phases in the fundamental test process is considered to deliver a document
which can be used as a major input for test process improvement?