Multiple choice technology testing

What is the purpose of regression testing?

  1. It enables us to reuse all our tests to improve ROI

  2. It can be used to replace acceptance testing.

  3. To reduce the amount of impact analysis we must do when modifying a system.

  4. To discover any defects introduced or uncovered as a result of a change
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Regression testing is performed to detect defects that may have been introduced or uncovered in unchanged areas of the software after code modifications. The distractors are incorrect as it does not replace acceptance testing, reduce impact analysis effort, or exist purely to reuse tests.

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