ISTQB ISTQB-Agile-Public Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | ISTQB |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | ISTQB Agile Tester Extension – Public Sector Focus Exam |
| Exam Number: | ISTQB-Agile-Public |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Lifetime (ISTQB certifications typically do not expire) |
| Passing Score: | 65% |
| Exam Duration: | 60 minutes |
| Related Certifications: | ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) ISTQB Agile Tester (CTFL-AT) |
| Exam Price: | Varies by region (approx. €150 / £200–£250 equivalent via providers) |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Format: | Multiple-choice |
| Recommended Training: | Accredited ISTQB Training Providers (local boards) ISTQB Agile Tester Syllabus (Official) |
| Exam Registration: | ISTQB Official Certification Portal |
| Sample Questions: | ISTQB ISTQB-Agile-Public Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Online or in-person via ISTQB accredited exam providers (e.g., Pearson VUE or national boards) |
| Pre Condition: | ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL) required; Agile Tester knowledge recommended or required depending on provider |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.istqb.org |
ISTQB ISTQB-Agile-Public Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Topic 1: Agile Testing Practices | - Test-driven development (TDD) and acceptance test-driven development (ATDD) - Continuous integration and continuous testing |
| Topic 2: Collaboration and Communication in Agile Public Sector Projects | - User story refinement and acceptance criteria - Stakeholder communication and governance constraints |
| Topic 3: Agile Testing Fundamentals in Public Sector Context | - Whole-team approach in public sector projects - Agile principles and values in regulated environments |
| Topic 4: Agile Testing Methods and Techniques | - Exploratory testing in Agile teams - Risk-based testing in iterative delivery |
ISTQB Agile Public Sector Sample Questions:
Which agile development approach incorporates the following practices:
- a project is divided into iterations called sprints
- each sprint results in a potentially releasable/shippable product?
SELECT ONE OPTION
- A. Extreme Programming
- B. Scrum
- C. Kanban
- D. Continuous Integration
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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Which of the following describes the main purpose of a task management tool in agile projects?
SELECT ONE OPTION
- A. A task management tool allows developers to continuously integrate their code.
- B. A task management tool is used by team members to share ideas and collaborate on assigned tasks.
- C. A task management tool is used to store source code and automated tests.
- D. A task management tool is used to manage and track user stories, tests and other tasks.
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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Which of the following is NOT a typical task performed by the tester within an Agile team?
SELECT ONE OPTION
- A. Suggesting improvements in team retrospectives.
- B. Ensuring all project status meetings are held according to the plan.
- C. Ensuring the appropriate testing tasks are scheduled during iteration planning.
- D. Working with business stakeholders to clarify requirements.
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
Which of the following is the BEST way for a test team to keep its independence when working in an Agile development environment?
SELECT ONE OPTION
- A. Share the Test Strategy with the Agile development team, but not the details of the Test Cases.
- B. Locate the team that develops the test automation framework in a different location to the Agile development team.
- C. Co-locate only some of the testers with the Agile development team, while the rest of the testers are in a different location.
- D. Assign testers to be members of the Agile team, but ensure the testers report to a different manager than the developers.
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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You have been asked to execute an exploratory testing session on Park & Ride system. The test charter has been titled as "Buy a bus ticket". As a result, a number of defects were reported, the titles of which are listed below.
Which defect is out of scope for the given test charter?
SELECT ONE OPTION
- A. Price for a bus ticket was calculated incorrectly.
- B. Failed to buy a bus ticket after 18:00.
- C. Payment for parking ticket is restricted to cash only (no credit card supported).
- D. Failed to buy a bus ticket when the network connection to the Central System is down.
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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