B.Sc. (Information Technology) Sem VI October 2025 Software Testing and Quality Assurance Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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SECTION I - 1. (Attempt any three of the following) 15 Marks

1. a. What are the core components of quality? Briefly explain each with an example.
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2. b. Explain the key principles of Total Quality Management (TQM). How do these principles support organizational improvement?
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3. c. Explain the major constraints in assessing software product quality. How can these affect quality measurement?
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4. d. Identify and explain three problematic areas in the software development life cycle that often lead to quality issues.
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5. e. What is Statistical Process Control (SPC), and how is it used to manage quality?
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6. f. What role do customers and suppliers play in a quality management system? Explain using the process approach.
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SECTION II - 2. (Attempt any three of the following) 15 Marks

1. a. What is software testing? Why is testing considered a necessary activity in the software development lifecycle?
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2. b. Define the terms defect, error, and mistake in the context of software testing. How do they differ?
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3. c. Explain how testing is integrated into different stages of the software development life cycle.
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4. d. What are the principles of software testing? Discuss any five with examples.
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5. e. What is mutation testing? Explain its purpose and advantages.
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6. f. What are the common misconceptions about software testing? How can these misconceptions impact the process?
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SECTION III - 3. (Attempt any three of the following) 15 Marks

1. a. What is Random Testing in unit testing? How does it complement boundary value testing?
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2. b. Differentiate between Normal, Robust, and Worst-Case Boundary Value Testing. Provide examples for each.
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3. c. Differentiate between Traditional and Improved Equivalence Class Testing with suitable examples.
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4. d. What is a Decision Table? How is it used in software testing? Give an example.
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5. e. What is Define/Use Testing in data flow testing? Illustrate with an example.
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6. f. Define DD-Paths. How are they useful in path testing and coverage analysis?
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SECTION IV - 4. (Attempt any three of the following) 15 Marks

1. a. Differentiate between verification and validation in software engineering. Provide examples for each.
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2. b. Discuss the different types of reviews based on the software development stage. Provide suitable examples.
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3. c. Compare the roles of verification and validation activities in ensuring software quality.
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4. d. What is the V-Model in software development? How does it differ from the traditional waterfall model?
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5. e. What are the critical roles and responsibilities in the V&V model? Explain with respect to various stakeholders.
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6. f. What is meant by "coverage in verification"? How is it measured and ensured?
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SECTION V - 5. (Attempt any three of the following) 15 Marks

1. a. Explain the different levels of software testing and their significance in the software development life cycle.
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2. b. What is integration testing? Compare Big Bang Testing and Sandwich Testing approaches.
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3. c. What are the key features of software testing tools? Explain why these features are important.
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4. d. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using automated testing tools?
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5. e. What are source code testing tools? How do they help improve software quality?
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6. f. Explain the 'Critical Path First' approach in integration testing. Why is it important?
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