[Solved] A sanity test script is failing unexpectedly. The code snippet is:def sanity_test(feature_status): if feature_status = 'fixed': return true else: return falseWhat is the cause of failure? | Testing Fundamentals

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A sanity test script is failing unexpectedly. The code snippet is:

def sanity_test(feature_status):
    if feature_status = 'fixed':
        return true
    else:
        return false

What is the cause of failure?

AIncorrect indentation of else block

BReturning true instead of 'Pass'

CMissing a return statement

DUsing '=' instead of '==' in the if condition

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check syntax in if condition
The condition uses '=' which is assignment, causing a syntax error.
Step 2: Fix the condition operator
Replace '=' with '==' to compare values correctly.
Final Answer:
Using '=' instead of '==' in the if condition -> Option D
Quick Check:
Comparison requires '==' not '=' [OK]

Quick Trick: Use '==' for comparison in conditions [OK]

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