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You want to test a web app's performance under increasing load. Which approach best simulates real user behavior during the test?

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Testing Fundamentals - Non-Functional Testing
You want to test a web app's performance under increasing load. Which approach best simulates real user behavior during the test?
AGradually increase the number of virtual users over time while running typical user actions
BRun 1000 users all clicking the same button at the exact same time once
CRun a single user repeatedly refreshing the homepage for hours
DTest only the database without simulating user actions
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand realistic load testing

    Real users increase gradually and perform varied actions, not all at once.
  2. Step 2: Compare options to realistic behavior

    Gradually increase the number of virtual users over time while running typical user actions simulates gradual load increase with typical actions, matching real use best.
  3. Final Answer:

    Gradually increase the number of virtual users over time while running typical user actions -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Realistic load = gradual increase + varied actions [OK]
Quick Trick: Simulate real users by increasing load gradually [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Testing all users clicking simultaneously unrealistically
  • Using only one user repeatedly
  • Ignoring user actions and testing only backend

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