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Software Engineering Chapter 1: Introduction

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According to the passage, what was the primary motivation behind the creation of software engineering as a concept?

To simplify the process of developing software for space programs

To integrate hardware and software development processes

To standardize programming languages and coding practices

To improve software quality and meet deadlines and budgets (correct)

Who is credited with coining the term 'software engineering'?

Edsger Dijkstra

Margaret Hamilton (correct)

Grace Hopper

Alan Turing

What was the primary conclusion of the NATO conference in Garmisch Partenkirchen regarding software engineering?

Software engineering should prioritize security and performance

Software engineering should use established engineering principles (correct)

Software engineering should focus on object-oriented programming

Software engineering should adopt agile methodologies

What distinguishes the concept of 'stored program' from earlier programming methods?

It allowed for the separation of software and hardware Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what were the two orthogonal views of software development?

Traditional technique and object-oriented methodologies Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a part of software development activities?

Inventory management Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a software development methodology?

To define a set of processes that can lead to the development of an application Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a step in the software development process mentioned in the text?

Software configuration management Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between software and associated documentation, as defined in the text?

Software consists of a number of separate programs and associated documentation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of software testing in the software development process?

To ensure the software meets all functional requirements Signup and view all the answers