3.3.1. Functional Testing

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define functional testing in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about what the term 'functional' implies.

2. 2.

   What is the primary goal of functional testing?

   Hint

   Consider the interaction between inputs and outputs.

3. 3.

   What does functional testing primarily verify?

   • Internal structure of the system
   • Correctness of outputs based on inputs
   • Visual aesthetics of the application

   Hint

   Think about the primary objective of validating software or systems.

4. 4.

   Functional testing is effective in identifying:

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the limitations previously discussed.

5. 5.

   Design a functional testing plan for a new e-commerce website's checkout process. What inputs would you test, and what expected outputs should you analyze?

   Hint

   Consider the critical steps in the checkout process that influence user satisfaction.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how a failure in functional testing could lead to larger system issues down the line. Illustrate this with a hypothetical scenario.

   Hint

   Think about the systemic implications of not catching a potential issue early in the testing phase.