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Boundary Between Validation and Defect Testing

publish date: 2026/06/14 03:12:57.203762 UTC

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Which of the following statements correctly describe the relationship between validation testing and defect testing? Select all that apply.

During defect testing, some tests may show the program meets its requirements

Defect testing always uses the same inputs as validation testing

During validation testing, defects may also be found

Validation testing and defect testing are completely separate with no overlap

There is no definite boundary between the two approaches

Correct Answer

(1) There is no definite boundary between the two approaches

(2) During validation testing, defects may also be found

(3) During defect testing, some tests may show the program meets its requirements

Explanation

There is no definite boundary between validation and defect testing. During validation testing, defects are often found, and during defect testing, some tests show the program meets requirements. The two approaches are complementary, not mutually exclusive.

Reference

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 10th edition

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