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A web application shows layout issues only on Internet Explorer but works fine on other browsers. What is the most likely cause?

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Testing Fundamentals - Non-Functional Testing
A web application shows layout issues only on Internet Explorer but works fine on other browsers. What is the most likely cause?
ACompatibility issues with Internet Explorer's rendering engine
BSyntax errors in the backend code
CDatabase connection failure
DIncorrect user credentials
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Analyze the problem

    Layout issues only on Internet Explorer suggest a problem with how IE renders the page.
  2. Step 2: Identify the cause

    IE has known compatibility issues with modern web standards, causing layout problems.
  3. Final Answer:

    Compatibility issues with Internet Explorer's rendering engine -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Browser-specific layout issues = compatibility problem [OK]
Quick Trick: Different browsers render differently; test all [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Blaming backend code for frontend layout issues
  • Assuming database or login errors cause layout problems
  • Ignoring browser differences

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