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CTFL18 · Question #316

Which of the following options BEST explain the pesticide paradox principle of testing?

The correct answer is C. Defects are, paradoxically, often contained in a small number of modules. See the full explanation below for the reasoning.

Question

Which of the following options BEST explain the pesticide paradox principle of testing?

Options

  • AIf we do not regularly review and revise our tests, we'll stop finding defects.
  • BRepeatedly running a set of tests will ensure that a system is defect free.
  • CDefects are, paradoxically, often contained in a small number of modules.
  • DTesting, like spraying pesticide, is an effective bug / defect removal activity.

How the community answered

(40 responses)
  • A
    5% (2)
  • B
    13% (5)
  • C
    80% (32)
  • D
    3% (1)

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