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RICE Prioritization – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A product prioritization framework scoring items by Reach, Impact, Confidence, and Effort.
In simple words
A scoring formula: (Reach × Impact × Confidence) ÷ Effort.
Exam tip
RICE is a lightweight alternative to MoSCoW for product backlog ordering.
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