Which of the following statements is CORRECT?

Which of the following statements is CORRECT?
A . Test cases are made up of input values, expected results and actual results developed to cover test objectives
B . Test cases describe items or events to test that are derived from the test basis during the test analysis activity
C . Test cases are sequences of actions for test execution specified during the test implementation activity
D . Test cases are derived during the test design activity to cover test objectives or test conditions

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Answer: C

Explanation:

A test case is a set of input values, execution preconditions, expected results and execution postconditions, developed for a particular objective or test condition. A test case is a sequence of actions for test execution that can be followed by a tester or a test automation tool. A test case is specified during the test implementation activity, which is the activity that prepares the testware needed for test execution. A test case does not include actual results, as these are obtained during test execution and compared with the expected results. A test case does not describe items or events to test, as these are derived from the test basis during the test analysis activity. A test case is not derived during the test design activity, as this is the activity that specifies the test conditions or objectives that need to be tested.

Verified Reference: [A Study Guide to the ISTQB® Foundation Level 2018 Syllabus – Springer], Chapter 3, page 23-24; Chapter 4, page 34.