24 Questions
What percentage of overall project costs is typically accounted for by maintenance?
65%
Which type of maintenance involves altering software to fit changing requirements?
Adaptive maintenance
What is the purpose of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)?
To design, develop, and test good-quality software
What is the main goal of Requirement Analysis in the software development process?
To understand project needs
In which stage of the Software Development Life Cycle do software engineers or developers specify the tasks to be performed?
Planning and Requirement Analysis
Why is prior knowledge of the software development process vital for a software developer?
To meet customer expectations and fit within the budget
What is one of the key reasons software development is considered hard?
One-person techniques that do not scale up
Which of the following is NOT a goal of software development as mentioned in the text?
Maximizing profits
What percentage of large-scale commissioned systems are typically abandoned, according to the text?
17%
Why do users find it hard to articulate what they want in software development?
Users lack the technical knowledge to explain their needs
What are mistakes in programs referred to as in software development?
Errors
Which aspect of software engineering is focused on managing complexity?
Software engineering
What is the purpose of defining requirements in the software development process?
To list down everything the software needs to do
Why is following the rules important during the software development stage of 'Developing Product'?
To ensure the software is built based on the chosen design
Which document is used to decide how the software will be built during the 'Designing Architecture' stage?
DDS
What is the purpose of 'Product Testing and Integration' in the software development process?
To check the software thoroughly for mistakes
During which stage of software development is specific computer languages like C/C++, Python, or Java used?
Developing Product
What is the main objective of Software Development Models according to the text?
To achieve various essential objectives based on project goals
What is a key characteristic of the Waterfall Model?
Inflexibility to Changes
Why is the Waterfall Model considered simple to understand?
It follows a straightforward sequential approach
What is a disadvantage of the Waterfall Model related to client involvement?
Limited client input mainly at the beginning and end
Which factor makes the Waterfall Model less suitable for uncertain or changing requirements?
Sequential nature with no overlapping phases
What is a benefit of Agile SDLC Models compared to the Waterfall Model?
Continuous client feedback throughout the project
Why may the Waterfall Model result in a longer time to deliver a functional product?
Sequential nature with no overlapping phases
Test your knowledge on the different stages of software development, from defining requirements to designing architecture and developing products. Learn about the importance of documents like SRS and DDS in the process.
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