Expected Result

Expected Result refers to the outcome that is anticipated when a test case is executed, based on the software requirements, user stories, or functional specifications. It serves as the benchmark against which the actual results of the test are compared to determine if the system behaves correctly.

Key components of expected results include:

• Clear Definition: The expected result should clearly specify the desired outcome, such as an action being performed successfully, data being returned correctly, or an error message appearing.
• Consistency: The expected result is consistent with the system’s functional requirements and business logic, ensuring it aligns with the defined objectives.
• Verification Criteria: It provides criteria for verifying whether the test passes or fails, by outlining exactly what should happen in response to the given input.
• User Experience Expectations: Expected results often consider how users will interact with the system, ensuring that user interfaces, workflows, and outputs align with user expectations.
• Validation of Business Rules: The expected result may include ensuring that the software adheres to specific business logic, such as data validation rules or calculated fields.

Expected results are crucial for test case design and help testers identify defects by providing a clear comparison between actual and anticipated behavior.