Software testing

ISTQB Foundation Level passing score

26 of 40 points, with no partial scoring.

Pass mark26 points
Total points40
ShareAt least 65%
Points per questionExactly one

How the exam is marked

  • Every question is worth one point, whatever its K-level.
  • Select TWO questions score only when both answers are right.
  • Wrong answers lose nothing, so answer every question.

Where the points are

ChapterQuestionsK-levels
1. Fundamentals of Testing82 K1, 6 K2
2. Testing Throughout the Software Development Lifecycle62 K1, 4 K2
3. Static Testing42 K1, 2 K2
4. Test Analysis and Design116 K2, 5 K3
5. Managing the Test Activities91 K1, 5 K2, 3 K3
6. Test Tools21 K1, 1 K2

Results

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Try 3 questions

Question 1FL-5.1.3 (K2) Entry and exit criteria
Which statement BEST contrasts entry criteria with exit criteria?
Question 2FL-3.2.3 (K1) Review roles
Which role takes overall responsibility for a review, deciding who will be involved and when and where it will take place?
Question 3FL-6.2.1 (K1) Benefits and risks of test automation
Which of the following is a benefit of test automation named in the syllabus?

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Questions people ask

Is there negative marking?

No. A wrong answer scores zero, the same as a blank.

Do I get half a point for one of two answers?

No. ISTQB has no partial scoring.