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A tester marked a cosmetic UI bug as 'High Priority' but 'Low Severity'. What is the best correction?

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A tester marked a cosmetic UI bug as 'High Priority' but 'Low Severity'. What is the best correction?
AChange priority to High, keep severity High
BChange priority to Low, keep severity Low
CChange severity to Low, keep priority High
DChange severity to High, keep priority High
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand cosmetic bug impact

    Cosmetic bugs usually have low severity because they don't affect functionality.

  2. Step 2: Adjust priority based on impact

    Since cosmetic bugs are not urgent, priority should also be low to avoid wasting resources.

  3. Final Answer:

    Change priority to Low, keep severity Low -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Cosmetic bug = Low severity & priority [OK]
Quick Trick: Cosmetic bugs usually low priority and severity [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Setting high priority for cosmetic bugs
  • Confusing severity with priority urgency
  • Ignoring bug impact on functionality

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