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Burn-Down Chart – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A publicly displayed chart that shows the outstanding work to be done vs time in a sprint or release.
In simple words
A graph that goes down each day as the team finishes work — projects when the sprint will complete.
Exam tip
Burn-down = work remaining; burn-up = work completed. Both are info radiators.
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