What is a Design Verification Plan and Report (DVP&R) and its purpose?

• A. A plan outlining project milestones and budget estimates.
• B. Documents showing that each design output meets input specifications; the plan defines methods, and the report records results.
• C. A compliance checklist with regulatory requirements only.
• D. A test protocol for a specific subsystem.

Answer: (B)

A Design Verification Plan and Report is about proving that design outputs satisfy the input requirements. The plan specifies what will be verified, which methods will be used, under what conditions, and what acceptance criteria apply. The report then documents what was done, the results, and whether the design outputs met the specifications, including any deviations and conclusions.

This combination provides traceability from requirements to verification results and supports informed design decisions. It’s broader than a simple project schedule or budget, not just a regulatory compliance checklist, and not just a single subsystem test protocol.