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Why is it important to include a 'Risks and Contingencies' section in a test plan?

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Testing Fundamentals - Test Documentation
Why is it important to include a 'Risks and Contingencies' section in a test plan?
ATo assign tasks to testers
BTo list all test cases to be executed
CTo identify potential problems and plan how to handle them
DTo describe the test environment setup
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand the purpose of Risks and Contingencies

    This section helps anticipate issues and prepare solutions to avoid delays or failures.

  2. Step 2: Differentiate from other sections

    Listing test cases is Test Design, assigning tasks is Test Organization, environment setup is Test Environment.

  3. Final Answer:

    To identify potential problems and plan how to handle them -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    Risks section = problem anticipation and planning [OK]
Quick Trick: Risks section plans for problems [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing risks with test cases
  • Mixing roles with risks
  • Ignoring contingency planning

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