A software tester finds a bug where the app crashes only when a specific input is given. What is the best combined approach to handle this?

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AWrite a test case for that input and then debug the code to fix the crash

BIgnore the input and test other features

CFix the code without writing any test cases

DWrite test cases for all inputs except the problematic one

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand testing role
Writing a test case for the specific input helps reproduce and confirm the bug.
Step 2: Understand debugging role
Debugging the code to fix the crash addresses the root cause of the bug.
Step 3: Combine testing and debugging
Both steps together ensure the bug is found, fixed, and verified.
Final Answer:
Write a test case for that input and then debug the code to fix the crash -> Option A
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Test to find + Debug to fix = Correct approach [OK]

Quick Trick: Test to find bug, debug to fix bug [OK]

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