Chapter 3 – Static Testing
Inspection Rate – ISTQB Definition
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Official ISTQB Definition
The number of pages or lines of a work product that are reviewed per unit of time.
In simple words
How fast the review team is covering material.
Exam tip
Faster is not better — too-fast inspections miss defects.
Related terms
- InspectionThe most formal review type — trained moderator, defined roles, entry/exit criteria, metrics collected.
- ReviewSomeone reads or discusses a document (requirements, code, test cases) to find problems before running the software.
- Defect DensityHow many defects per 1,000 lines of code, page of spec, or story point.
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