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With more details, I can help you understand what "selective type test" might refer to.
Here are some possible interpretations based on potential related terms:
* Selective Testing: This refers to choosing specific test cases or scenarios based on risk, priority, or specific requirements. This is a common practice in software testing.
* Type Testing: This could refer to testing based on different types of users, devices, platforms, or environments. This could involve testing for compatibility, accessibility, or other factors.
* Type System Testing: In programming languages with type systems, this could refer to testing the correctness and behavior of the type system itself.
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