ISTQB CTFL-FOUNDATION Exam
ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (Page 8 )

Updated On: 12-Feb-2026

A number of options have been suggested for the level of independence to be employed for the testing on the next project, and are shown below.

i). External test specialists perform non-functional testing.
ii). Testing is outsourced.
iii). Testing is carried out by the developer.
iv). A separate test team carries out the testing.
v). Testing is performed by the business.
vi). Testing is performed by a different developer.

Which of the following orders the above in a correct order of independence?

  1. i, ii, iv, vi
  2. ii, i, v, vi
  3. ii, v, i, iii
  4. i, iv, v, vi

Answer(s): B



Based on the information given in the scenario, identify how the team could be improved most effectively?

  1. By providing training in the payroll domain
  2. By providing a workshop on test design techniques
  3. By providing specific training on the systems being tested
  4. By providing training on reviewing requirements

Answer(s): B



Which of the following is a valid drawback of independent testing?

  1. Developer and independent testing will overlap and waste resources.
  2. Developers loose the sense of responsibility and independent testers may become a bottleneck.
  3. Independent testers need extra education and always cost more.
  4. Independent testers will become a bottleneck and introduce problems in incident management.

Answer(s): B



Which of the following team roles would be most appropriate to enhance the team and why?

  1. A person with the ability to complete tasks
  2. A quality assurance officer
  3. A person with in-depth technical skills
  4. A person who brings new ideas to the team

Answer(s): D



You are considering involving users during test execution. In general, what is the main reason for involving users during test execution?

  1. They are a cheap resource
  2. They have good testing skills
  3. This can serve as a way to build their confidence in the system
  4. They have the ability to also focus on invalid test cases

Answer(s): C






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