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For a software development team using Agile methodology, which type of testing is MOST important to ensure that operational controls continue to function as expected as changes are implemented?

The correct answer is C. Regression testing. In Agile development, frequent changes and updates are common. Regression testing is essential to verify that existing operational and security controls continue to function correctly after new changes are introduced, ensuring system stability and reliability throughout…

Submitted by andres_qro· Apr 18, 2026Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation

Question

For a software development team using Agile methodology, which type of testing is MOST important to ensure that operational controls continue to function as expected as changes are implemented?

Options

  • AInterface testing
  • BIntegration testing
  • CRegression testing
  • DUnit testing

How the community answered

(30 responses)
  • A
    3% (1)
  • B
    7% (2)
  • C
    80% (24)
  • D
    10% (3)

Explanation

In Agile development, frequent changes and updates are common. Regression testing is essential to verify that existing operational and security controls continue to function correctly after new changes are introduced, ensuring system stability and reliability throughout iterative development cycles.

Topics

#Agile methodology#Software testing#Regression testing#Operational controls

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