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11.3The Value Matrix
| Scenario | Autonomous Agent Value | Non-Determinism Risk | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exploratory testing of new UI | High | Medium | Use as supplement, not gate |
| Regression testing known flows | Low | High | Use deterministic scripts |
| API fuzz testing | High | Low (fuzzing is stochastic) | Agent-driven fuzzing ideal |
| Flaky test detection | High | Low (detection is deterministic) | Strong use case |
| Visual regression | Medium | Medium (vision model varies) | Pixel-diff + agent overlay |
| Cross-browser testing | Medium | Low | Good with constrained harness |