ISTQB Exam CTFL-Foundation Topic 1 Question 12 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISTQB's CTFL-Foundation exam

Question #: 12
Topic #: 1

Which of the following options explain why it is often beneficial to have an independent test function in an organisation?

ATo improve defect finding during reviews and testing

BTo ensure that developers adhere to coding standards

CTo limit communication between developers and testers

DTo provide better metrics for the stakeholders

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Suggested Answer: D

by Golda at Apr 28, 2024, 06:41 AM

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7 months ago

But limiting communication (C) doesn’t seem beneficial at all.

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7 months ago

Agreed. Though, ensuring developers stick to standards is also valid.

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7 months ago

True. Review and testing quality go up when testers are unbiased.

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7 months ago

Option A seems right. If testers are independent, they spot issues better.

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8 months ago

Yeah, I think it’s important. Maybe improving defect finding?

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8 months ago

Got this question about independent test functions – feels tricky.

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