CTFL-v4 · domain
Static Testing
Static testing on the CTFL v4.0 exam covers reviews, the review process, and static analysis, tested through scenario and definition questions rather than tool operation. You must distinguish review types by formality, match roles to responsibilities, order the review phases, and know what static analysis can and cannot find without executing code.
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What this domain covers
What to know about Static Testing
You must classify review types by formality, assign each formal review role correctly, and order the review phases, placing rework after the fix step and before follow-up. The single most important thing: know who does what in a formal inspection and when.
Review types: informal, walkthrough, technical review, inspection, and their formality levels
Formal review roles: moderator, author, scribe, reviewer, review leader, and their duties
Review process phases: planning, kick-off, individual review, communication, fix, rework, follow-up
Static analysis versus dynamic testing: defects found without executing the software under test
Watch out for
Common Static Testing exam traps
- ▸Confusing walkthrough with technical review; walkthroughs are author-led and informal, technical reviews are peer-led and documented.
- ▸Mixing up moderator and review leader duties, or assigning rework to the moderator instead of the author.
- ▸Believing static analysis finds failures or runtime defects; it detects code and design defects without execution.
Question index
All Static Testing questions (15)
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What is the primary difference between a static analysis tool and dynamic testing in terms of their impact on the development process?
Medium2A software company is adopting static testing to reduce defect leakage. Which of the following scenarios best demonstrates the primary benefit of static testing over dynamic testing?
Medium3During a review process, a tester notices that the requirement document is ambiguous regarding how a specific error message should be displayed. What is the best course of action for the tester?
Medium4During a formal review process, which role is primarily responsible for documenting the defects found during the review meeting?
Easy5When should static analysis be performed in the development lifecycle?
Medium6Why is it important to include the author in the review meeting?
Medium7Which of the following best describes the purpose of 'Entry Criteria' in a formal review process?
Medium8Refer to the exhibit. A static review of the JSON security policy reveals a critical configuration error. Which defect should the reviewer identify?
Hard9Which of the following is a key success factor for any type of formal review?
Medium10What is the primary difference between a 'Walkthrough' and an 'Inspection'?
Medium11Which of the following is a primary objective of static analysis tools?
Easy12What is the primary goal of the 'Rework' phase in a formal review process?
Medium13Which of the following is an example of an 'informal' review?
Easy14Which TWO of the following statements accurately describe the role of the 'Moderator' in a formal inspection process?
Medium15Which TWO of the following statements accurately describe the characteristics of a formal review process?
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Frequently asked questions
- What does the Static Testing domain cover on the CTFL-v4 exam?
- You must classify review types by formality, assign each formal review role correctly, and order the review phases, placing rework after the fix step and before follow-up. The single most important thing: know who does what in a formal inspection and when.
- How many questions are in this domain?
- This page lists all 15 Static Testing questions in the CTFL-v4 question bank. The actual exam draws from this domain proportionally to its weighting in the official exam blueprint.
- What is the best way to practise this domain?
- Start with a short focused session (10 questions) to identify gaps, then work through explanations. Repeat with a longer session once the weak areas feel solid.
- Can I practise only Static Testing questions?
- Yes — the session launcher on this page filters questions to this domain only. Choose any session length for inline explanations and scoring.