What do Test Plans describe?

• A. Describes what will be tested in the application and how it will be tested.
• B. Describes the software deployment plan.
• C. Documents risk assessment.
• D. Defines coding standards.

Answer: (A)

Test plans describe the scope and approach of testing, specifically what will be tested in the application and how it will be tested. A solid test plan lays out the features and components in scope, the testing levels and types to be used (such as unit, integration, system, and acceptance testing), the testing environment and tools, who will do the testing, the schedule, and the criteria for success.

This helps ensure everyone understands what needs to be tested and the method to test it, rather than covering deployment steps, risk assessments, or coding standards. Deployment plans handle installation and release steps, risk assessments identify and mitigate potential risks, and coding standards dictate how code should be written.