Multiple choice technology testing

What is the main difference between a walkthrough and an inspection?

  1. An inspection is lead by the author, whilst a walkthrough is lead by a trained moderator

  2. An inspection has a trained leader, whilst a walkthrough has no leader.

  3. A walkthrough is lead by the author, whilst an inspection is lead by a trained moderator

  4. Authors are not present during inspections, whilst they are during walkthroughs
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The main difference is leadership: walkthroughs are led by the author, while inspections are led by a trained moderator (option C). Walkthroughs are informal meetings where the author guides peers through the document. Inspections are formal with defined roles - a trained moderator (not the author) leads, participants have specific responsibilities, and defects are systematically recorded. Option D is incorrect - authors can be present in inspections but don't lead them. Inspections are more rigorous and measurable.

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