Practice Dataflow Coverage Criteria (7.2.1.3) - Software Engineering - Advanced White-Box Testing Techniques
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Dataflow Coverage Criteria

Practice - Dataflow Coverage Criteria

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Question 1 Easy

What is a definition in dataflow testing?

💡 Hint: Think about when variables first get their value.

Question 2 Easy

What does it mean to 'kill' a variable?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when you assign a new value to an existing variable.

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Question 1

What does a definition in dataflow testing refer to?

The point where a value is assigned to a variable
Where a variable is killed
Where a variable is used

💡 Hint: Think about the process of assigning values.

Question 2

True or False: All-DU-Paths coverage requires executing every possible path from definition to use.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the extent of coverage needed in rigorous testing.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given a code snippet, identify all definitions, uses, and kills for a specific variable.

💡 Hint: Follow the variable's journey throughout the code for clarity.

Challenge 2 Hard

Construct test cases to achieve All-Uses coverage for a given function.

💡 Hint: Map out each use point as you derive your test cases.

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