ISTQB Foundation Exam Format & Guidelines To Solve Papers

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Updated March 10, 2024

ISTQB Foundation Exam Format and Guidelines to Solve Papers

This document contains the following topics:

Exam format
Exam components
Benefits of the multiple-choice exam
Benefits of a single exam format for all countries
Example exam make up
Question writing and review guidelines

ISTQB Foundation Exam Format & Guidelines To Solve Papers

Introduction
Mandatory Process for ISTQB Examinations
Guidance on Writing Multiple Choice Questions
Basic concepts
Distracter Difficulty
Use of graphics or pictures
Types of multiple-choice questions
Exceptions to these guidelines
General Guidelines
Question Types
Stem Construction Guidelines
Response Option Construction Guidelines
Distracter Construction Guidelines
Guidance on Reviewing Multiple Choice Questions
Review Cycle
Typical Review Comments
Writing & Reviewing Exam Questions Checklist

Download the “ISTQB Foundation Level Syllabus

Download the “ISTQB Advanced Level Syllabus

Source:  http://www.istqb.org

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