This key facts covers Types of Test Data within Testing for GCSE Computer Science. Revise Testing in 3.2 Programming for GCSE Computer Science with 15 exam-style questions and 8 flashcards. This is a high-frequency topic, so it is worth revising until the explanation feels precise and repeatable. It is section 2 of 7 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Types of Test Data
| Type | Description | Example (Age 18-65) |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | Typical expected data | 25, 40, 50 |
| Boundary | Values at the edges of valid range | 17, 18, 65, 66 |
| Erroneous | Invalid data that should be rejected | -5, "abc", 200 |
Practice questions for Testing
A program accepts scores between 0 and 100. Which value is an example of erroneous test data?
Explain what a logic error is and give one reason why it is harder to find than a syntax error.
Quick recall flashcards
What is boundary test data?
Values at the edge of valid ranges (just inside and outside limits)
What is normal test data?
Typical, everyday values the program should handle