PCPP2 Software Testing Practice Question
Which pytest feature allows you to run the same test multiple times with different sets of inputs?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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@pytest.mark.parametrize
Parametrization using @pytest.mark.parametrize allows a test function to be executed with varying data sets.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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@pytest.mark.repeat
Why it's wrong here
This is not a built-in pytest marker.
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pytest.loop()
Why it's wrong here
pytest does not provide a loop function for tests.
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@pytest.mark.parametrize
Why this is correct
This is the built-in way to run tests with multiple inputs.
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@pytest.fixture(params=...)
Why it's wrong here
While fixtures can be parametrized, the test marker is the standard way to run the test itself multiple times.
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