In the context of white-box testing, what is the main advantage of decision testing over statement testing?

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AIt does not require code access
BIt ensures all branches or decision outcomes are tested
CIt executes fewer test cases
DIt can be completely automated

✓ Correct answer: B. It ensures all branches or decision outcomes are tested Decision testing ensures that all branches or decision outcomes are tested, which provides better test coverage than statement testing by ensuring that both true and false paths in conditions are executed.

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