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Why is it important to use software engineering methods and techniques?
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?
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?
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?
What is the primary advantage of using software engineering methods over personal programming practices?
Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the information in the text?
Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the information in the text?
What is the main purpose of the Validation & Verification stage in the software development life cycle?
What is the main purpose of the Validation & Verification stage in the software development life cycle?
Which software process model emphasizes the use of formal methods and mathematical techniques in software development?
Which software process model emphasizes the use of formal methods and mathematical techniques in software development?
Which software process model is described as 'iterative and incremental' and 'emphasizes flexibility and collaboration between the development team and the customer'?
Which software process model is described as 'iterative and incremental' and 'emphasizes flexibility and collaboration between the development team and the customer'?
Which software process activity is responsible for 'Maintain and update the software product over time'?
Which software process activity is responsible for 'Maintain and update the software product over time'?
Which software process model is described as 'A linear and sequential model that progresses through the software development life cycle in a sequential manner'?
Which software process model is described as 'A linear and sequential model that progresses through the software development life cycle in a sequential manner'?
