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Importance of Software Engineering

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Why is it important to use software engineering methods and techniques?

To produce reliable and trustworthy systems quickly and economically (correct)

To reduce the initial development costs of software projects

To ensure the software is compatible with various hardware platforms

To meet strict government regulations for software development

Which of the following is NOT a reason mentioned in the text for using software engineering methods?

To facilitate easier maintenance and updates to the software

To comply with industry standards for software development (correct)

To reduce the costs of changing the software after it has gone into use

To produce software systems more economically in the long run

What is stated in the text about the costs associated with software systems?

The majority of costs are the costs of changing the software after it has gone into use (correct)

The costs of software systems are typically higher than those of personal programming projects

The costs of maintenance and updates are negligible compared to development costs

The majority of costs are incurred during the initial development phase

What is the primary advantage of using software engineering methods over personal programming practices?

Lower overall costs in the long run Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the information in the text?

Personal programming practices are suitable for developing complex software systems Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Validation & Verification stage in the software development life cycle?

To test the software product to ensure it's built correctly Signup and view all the answers

Which software process model emphasizes the use of formal methods and mathematical techniques in software development?

Formal Systems Development Model Signup and view all the answers

Which software process model is described as 'iterative and incremental' and 'emphasizes flexibility and collaboration between the development team and the customer'?

Agile Models Signup and view all the answers

Which software process activity is responsible for 'Maintain and update the software product over time'?

Evolution Signup and view all the answers

Which software process model is described as 'A linear and sequential model that progresses through the software development life cycle in a sequential manner'?

Waterfall Model Signup and view all the answers