8.4.1. Test Compression

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is test compression?

   Hint

   Look for its impact on time and resources.

2. 2.

   Name one technique of test compression.

   Hint

   Consider methods that involve reducing data.

3. 3.

   What is the purpose of test compression?

   • Increase data volume
   • Reduce test data volume
   • Maintain existing size

   Hint

   Think about what you want to minimize during testing.

4. 4.

   True or False: Data compaction can result in a loss of fault coverage.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the goals of data compaction.

5. 5.

   Propose a strategy to implement test compression in a new digital system design, considering potential limitations.

   Hint

   Consider the balance between data size and testing quality.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the potential impacts of inadequate test compression on a large electronic assembly line.

   Hint

   Think about production line efficiency.