5.3. Equivalence Partitioning (EP)

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define Equivalence Partitioning in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about why grouping is beneficial in testing.

2. 2.

   What is a valid class in Equivalence Partitioning?

   Hint

   Consider input values that a system would correctly accept.

3. 3.

   What does Equivalence Partitioning aim to achieve in software testing?

   • To test every input value
   • To categorize inputs into classes
   • To create complex test cases

   Hint

   Consider the benefits of classifying inputs.

4. 4.

   True or False: Equivalence classes should always be tested individually.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember the purpose of testing classes.

5. 5.

   A testing team needs to evaluate a new online survey platform that accepts ratings from 1-10. Define valid and invalid classes and suggest representative test cases for each.

   Hint

   Identify the boundaries clearly and think of special cases.

6. 6.

   Consider a voting system that accepts ages 18 and above. What potential groups would you create using EP, and what are the ramifications of failing to test edge cases?

   Hint

   Focus on extremes that warrant special attention.