Testing · interview question
A bug appears around basic pytest assertions. What is the strongest first debugging move?
Multiple choiceEasychapter-9-curatedpremiumtestingbasic-pytest-assertions
def test_shipping_fee_is_zero_for_large_orders() -> None:
assert shipping_fee(120.0) == 0Answer and explanation
Correct answer
C. Trace one concrete example, inspect the state transitions, and compare them to the intended rule before rewriting anything.
Why
That approach is reliable because it creates evidence. Tests that only mirror the implementation or use vague names add noise without buying confidence.
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