A use case test step says: User clicks 'Submit' without filling required fields. The test fails because the form submits anyway. What is the likely error?

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A use case test step says: User clicks 'Submit' without filling required fields. The test fails because the form submits anyway. What is the likely error?

AThe validation step for required fields is missing or incorrect.

BThe submit button is disabled.

CThe user entered all fields correctly.

DThe form resets after submission.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the failure
The form submits even when required fields are empty, which is wrong.
Step 2: Identify cause
Missing or faulty validation allows submission without required data.
Final Answer:
The validation step for required fields is missing or incorrect. -> Option A
Quick Check:
Missing validation = form submits wrongly [OK]

Quick Trick: Check if validation steps exist for required fields [OK]

Common Mistakes:

Assuming submit button disables automatically
Ignoring missing validation logic
Confusing form reset with submission failure

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A use case test step says: User clicks 'Submit' without filling required fields. The test fails because the form submits anyway. What is the likely error?

Step 1: Understand the failure

Step 2: Identify cause

Final Answer:

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