[Solved] Identify the error in this regression testing code snippet:def regression_test(old, new): if old = new: return True else: return False | Testing Fundamentals

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Identify the error in this regression testing code snippet:

def regression_test(old, new):
    if old = new:
        return True
    else:
        return False

AMissing return statement

BUsing assignment operator '=' instead of comparison '==' in if condition

CFunction should print results, not return

DIncorrect function name

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check the if condition syntax
The condition uses '=' which is assignment, not comparison. Python requires '==' for comparison.
Step 2: Identify correct syntax for comparison
Replacing '=' with '==' fixes the syntax error and allows proper comparison.
Final Answer:
Using assignment operator '=' instead of comparison '==' in if condition -> Option B
Quick Check:
Use '==' to compare, not '=' [OK]

Quick Trick: Use '==' for comparison, '=' is assignment [OK]

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