Which of the following are the most important factors to be taken into account when selecting test techniques?

Which of the following are the most important factors to be taken into account when selecting test techniques?

(i) Tools available.

(ii) Regulatory standards.

(iii) Experience of the development team.

(iv) Knowledge of the test team.

The need to maintain levels of capability in each technique.
A . (i) and (ii)
B . (ii) and (iv)
C . (iii) and (iv)
D . (i) and (v)

Answer: B

Explanation:

Answer (i) looks temptingly right, and the availability of tools might make the use of a technique more or less attractive, but it would not be decisive in the way that regulatory standards and tester knowledge are.

Answer (iii) is irrelevant because testing should be independent of development anyway, but it could tempt someone who is unsure about the relationship between development and testing.

Answer (v) is a factor in managing the test team, and experience would need to be maintained, but this should not influence the selection of techniques for a live project.