BCS ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level CTFL 4.0 - CTFL4 Free Exam Questions [2026]

QUESTION NO: 1
Which one of the following statements IS NOT a valid objective of testing?

A. To build confidence in the level of quality of the test object.

B. To find all defects in a product, ensuring the product is defect free.

C. To find failures and defects

D. To evaluate work products such as requirements, user stories, design, and code.

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QUESTION NO: 2
Which TWO of the following are benefits of continuous integration?
I. Allows earlier detection and easier root cause analysis of integration problems and conflicting changes.
II. Removes the need for manual test analysis, design and execution.
Hi. Removes the dependency on automated regression packs when integrating larger systems, or components.
iv. Gives the development team regular feedback on whether the code is working.
Select the correct answer:

A. iii and iv

B. i and iv

C. i and iii

D. i and ii

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QUESTION NO: 3
Which ONE of the following options CORRECTLY describes one of the seven principles of the testing process?

A. Automated testing enables exhaustive testing.

B. Exhaustive testing can only be carried out using behavior-based techniques.

C. It is impossible to test all possible combinations of inputs and preconditions of a system.

D. The objective of testing is to implement exhaustive testing and execute as many test cases as possible.

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QUESTION NO: 4
A calculator software is used to calculate the result for 5+6.
The user noticed that the result given is 6.
This is an example of;

A. Fault

B. Failure

C. Mistake

D. Error

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QUESTION NO: 5
Which review type, also known as a "buddy check", is commonly used in Agile development?

A. Informal review.

B. Technical review.

C. Walkthrough.

D. Inspection.

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QUESTION NO: 6
Which of the following is a typical potential risk of using test automation tools?

A. Reduced repeatability and consistency of tests compared to manual testing

B. Reduced feedback times regarding software quality compared to manual testing.

C. Underestimation of effort required to maintain test scripts.

D. Reduced test execution limes compared to manual testing.

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QUESTION NO: 7
Which ONE of the following elements is TYPICALLY used to guide testing duringexploratory testing?

A. A predefined test case that must be executed exactly as documented.

B. A comprehensive specification that must be fully available before testing begins.

C. A test charter that defines the testing objectives for the test session.

D. A detailed test script that prescribes all the steps to be performed.

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QUESTION NO: 8
Which ONE of the following statements does NOT describe how testing contributes to higher quality?

A. The testing of software demonstrates the absence of defects.

B. Software testing identifies defects, which can be used to improve development activities.

C. Performing a review of the requirement specifications before implementing the system can enhance quality.

D. Properly designed tests that pass reduce the level of risk in a system.

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QUESTION NO: 9
The statement: "Test activities should start in the early stages of the lifecycle, adhering to the testing principle of early testing" is relevant to which of the recognized software development models?

A. Incremental development model.

B. Iterative development model.

C. All the above

D. Sequential development model.

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QUESTION NO: 10
Which of the following statements is true?

A. Functional testing focuses on what the system should do while non-functional testing on the internal structure of the system

B. The test techniques that can be used to design white-box tests are described in the ISO/IEC 25010 standard

C. Testers who perform functional tests are generally expected to have more technical skills than testers who perform non-functional tests

D. Non-functional testing includes testing of both technical and non-technical quality characteristics

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QUESTION NO: 11
During iteration planning, a scrum team uses an estimation technique called planning poker to estimate the effort required to deliver a critical user story. In advance of the estimation session, the team agreed on some ground rules to limit the number of poker rounds and save time.
The team agreed on the following:
1. They will use the following progression for estimation: Extra-small, Small, Medium, Large, Extra-large, and Extra-extra-large.
2. If estimation values differ significantly, the highest score will be used for estimation purposes.
The result of the first round of planning poker:
Team MemberEstimation
BusinessLarge
DevelopmentExtra-extra-large
TestingExtra-extra-large
Which of the following options best represent the team's next actions?

A. Since the business representative is likely to have the most informed view of the requirement, the user story is categorised as a Large.

B. The pre-agreed rules state that the highest score should be used for estimation, resulting in the user story being categorised as Extra-extra-large.

C. the team discusses the differences in the estimates and repeats the poker round until an agreemet is reached.

D. The fact that all estimations are high indicate that the user story is not well understood or should be broken down into multiple smaller stories.

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