Which of the following defines the goal of testing in Lean software development?

The correct answer is A. Testing is to improve the process and quality. In Lean software development, testing is viewed as a quality-improvement mechanism embedded throughout the process, not just a gate at the end. The Lean goal is continuous improvement (kaizen), so testing serves to improve both the product quality and the development process itse

Submitted by carlos_mx· Apr 18, 2026Continuous Improvement

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ATesting is to improve the process and quality
BTesting plays the most crucial role in ensuring the intrinsic value of the product
CIn Lean software development, testing always refers to Test Driven Development
DTesting is primarily performed to ensure that we don't have escaped defects

How the community answered

(38 responses)

A
92% (35)
C
5% (2)
D
3% (1)

Explanation

In Lean software development, testing is viewed as a quality-improvement mechanism embedded throughout the process, not just a gate at the end. The Lean goal is continuous improvement (kaizen), so testing serves to improve both the product quality and the development process itself. Option B overstates testing's role without Lean context. Option C is incorrect - TDD is an XP practice, not a universal Lean requirement. Option D reflects a traditional/defect-containment mindset that Lean specifically moves away from.

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#Lean principles#Testing goals#Continuous improvement#Quality assurance

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