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What is the primary purpose of an activity diagram?
What is the primary purpose of an activity diagram?
- To outline user interactions with a system.
- To model the structure of a system.
- To show the workflow behavior of a system. (correct)
- To depict data relationships in a system.
Which of the following best differentiates an activity diagram from a sequence diagram?
Which of the following best differentiates an activity diagram from a sequence diagram?
- A sequence diagram shows concurrency in processes.
- An activity diagram highlights the flow of control from activity to activity. (correct)
- An activity diagram focuses on object interactions.
- A sequence diagram emphasizes process flow.
When should activity diagrams be used?
When should activity diagrams be used?
- To show the workflow and parallel processing of a system. (correct)
- To explore simple operations.
- To represent the states of an object.
- To analyze algorithms in a software application.
What do activity diagrams capture in relation to system processes?
What do activity diagrams capture in relation to system processes?
Which of the following elements is NOT typically illustrated in an activity diagram?
Which of the following elements is NOT typically illustrated in an activity diagram?
What role do guard conditions play in activity diagrams?
What role do guard conditions play in activity diagrams?
In activity diagrams, how is concurrency typically represented?
In activity diagrams, how is concurrency typically represented?
Which of the following is a feature of activity diagrams that sets them apart from traditional flowcharts?
Which of the following is a feature of activity diagrams that sets them apart from traditional flowcharts?
What does a guard condition signify in decision making within an activity diagram?
What does a guard condition signify in decision making within an activity diagram?
In an activity diagram, what does the diamond icon represent?
In an activity diagram, what does the diamond icon represent?
What symbol is used to represent the starting point in an activity diagram?
What symbol is used to represent the starting point in an activity diagram?
How does the UML represent concurrency in an activity diagram?
How does the UML represent concurrency in an activity diagram?
What does an end point in an activity diagram indicate?
What does an end point in an activity diagram indicate?
What defines a merge point in an activity diagram?
What defines a merge point in an activity diagram?
What symbol is typically used to show that multiple threads or processes are starting from a single process in UML?
What symbol is typically used to show that multiple threads or processes are starting from a single process in UML?
What is a true description of the guard condition's function in branching?
What is a true description of the guard condition's function in branching?
What happens if the customer enters an incorrect PIN four times in an ATM transaction?
What happens if the customer enters an incorrect PIN four times in an ATM transaction?
What action is taken if the customer does not withdraw the money within 5 seconds after it is dispensed?
What action is taken if the customer does not withdraw the money within 5 seconds after it is dispensed?
What determines whether the bank dispenses money during an ATM transaction?
What determines whether the bank dispenses money during an ATM transaction?
What is the fate of the order if the customer does not pay the bill within one week?
What is the fate of the order if the customer does not pay the bill within one week?
What occurs concurrently with money being dispatched from the ATM?
What occurs concurrently with money being dispatched from the ATM?
During which phase does the sales department prepare the bill for an order?
During which phase does the sales department prepare the bill for an order?
What is the initial state of a new order object in the sales department?
What is the initial state of a new order object in the sales department?
What is the consequence of a successful withdrawal when the customer takes the money?
What is the consequence of a successful withdrawal when the customer takes the money?
What is checked before displaying available movie timings to the customer?
What is checked before displaying available movie timings to the customer?
What happens if the credit card verification fails three times during the booking process?
What happens if the credit card verification fails three times during the booking process?
What does the Session object do after a credit card is successfully verified?
What does the Session object do after a credit card is successfully verified?
What is the first step in the airline ticket booking process?
What is the first step in the airline ticket booking process?
If the customer does not like any available options after reviewing, what can they do?
If the customer does not like any available options after reviewing, what can they do?
How does the system handle a failed credit card verification attempt?
How does the system handle a failed credit card verification attempt?
What do activity diagrams primarily model?
What do activity diagrams primarily model?
How is an activity represented within an activity diagram?
How is an activity represented within an activity diagram?
What is the role of the creditCardAgent in the booking system?
What is the role of the creditCardAgent in the booking system?
What is the purpose of a guard condition in an activity diagram?
What is the purpose of a guard condition in an activity diagram?
What does the interface do once the booking is completed?
What does the interface do once the booking is completed?
What does each arrow represent in an activity diagram?
What does each arrow represent in an activity diagram?
What symbol is used to denote decisions in activity diagrams?
What symbol is used to denote decisions in activity diagrams?
What typically prompts a transition to occur in an activity diagram?
What typically prompts a transition to occur in an activity diagram?
Which of the following is NOT a type of diagram mentioned in the content?
Which of the following is NOT a type of diagram mentioned in the content?
What does an activity in an activity diagram represent?
What does an activity in an activity diagram represent?
Study Notes
Activity Diagram Overview
- Activity diagrams model the dynamic aspects of systems, functioning akin to flowcharts but with added support for concurrency and branching.
- They describe the workflow behavior and process flow of a system, emphasizing control movement from one activity to another.
- Serve to illustrate complex operations, business rules, use cases, and software processes.
Purpose and Use Cases
- Draw the activity flow of a system and describe sequences of activities.
- Illustrate parallel, branched, and concurrent flows.
- Useful for complex operations, multiple use cases, and workflows.
Sequence Diagram vs. Activity Diagram
- Sequence Diagrams: Detail interactions among objects/classes over time, focusing on message exchange.
- Activity Diagrams: Model the flow of control between activities and represent operations that change system state.
Activities and Transitions
- Activities represent steps in a process where work or actions occur, depicted as rounded rectangles.
- Transitions indicate the flow from one activity to another, represented by arrows guiding the sequence of execution.
Guard Conditions
- Guard conditions restrict transitions, indicated by square brackets near the transition arrow.
- Must evaluate to true for the transition to be executed, ensuring specific conditions are met before progressing.
Decisions and Branching
- Decisions are illustrated by diamond-shaped icons, with arrows representing possible outcomes from a tested condition.
- Each exit option is marked with a guard condition, establishing the logic of flow based on decision outcomes.
Merge Points
- Merge points, also represented by diamonds, illustrate convergence of multiple paths into one.
- Show how different routes come together, allowing for a unified continuation of activity flow.
Start and End Notations
- A solid dot marks the beginning of the activity flow.
- A bull's-eye symbol represents the endpoint of an activity diagram, with the possibility of multiple terminal points.
Concurrency
- UML notation allows representation of concurrent activities using a fork, which signifies the initiation of multiple threads or processes.
- Each outgoing transition from the fork represents a separate thread created from the original process.
Example Applications
- Movie Booking System: Customer selects a movie, checks availability, books tickets, verifies payment, and generates a receipt.
- Airlines Ticketing System: Customers choose flights, verify credit card information, and manage booking statuses based on payment verification results.
- ATM Transaction: Customers input PIN, check account balance, withdraw cash, and handle incorrect PIN attempts with follow-up procedures.
- Order Processing: Regular customer orders are processed through inventory checks, payment confirmations, and handling unpaid orders with warnings.
Exercises Focus
- Illustrate the use of activity diagrams through practical scenarios such as booking systems, ATM transactions, and product orders, showcasing different processes and user interactions effectively.
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Test your knowledge on Activity Diagrams, a key concept in Object Oriented Analysis & Design. This quiz covers topics such as activities, transitions, guard conditions, and concurrency. Perfect for students of Dr. Akinul Islam Jony's CSC 2210 class at AIUB.
