Software Engineering: Introduction Quiz

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What is software engineering intended to support?

  • Data manipulation
  • Professional software development (correct)
  • Hardware development
  • Individual programming

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

  • Instructions (computer programs)
  • Data structures
  • Descriptive information (documentation)
  • Virtual reality components (correct)

What is the main difference between generic products and customized products?

  • Training cost and time
  • Availability
  • Cost
  • Specification ownership and control (correct)

Which type of products has changes negotiated between developer and customer taking contractual implications into account?

<p>Customized products (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of software that are considerably different than those of hardware?

<p>Ownership and control (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of products have predefined features and functions needed for use?

<p>Generic products (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of software engineering?

<p>Applying systematic approach to developing, operating, and maintaining software (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge associated with legacy software systems?

<p>Costly maintenance and risky evolution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental activity of software process?

<p>Defining software specifications and constraints (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does SDLC facilitate in the development of a software product?

<p>Delivering a quality system that meets or exceeds business expectations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the attributes of good software as mentioned in the text?

<p>Maintainability, dependability, and security (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern related to issues affecting software?

<p>Heterogeneity and security risks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to IEEE, what is the result of software engineering?

<p>An effective and reliable software product (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the different application domains mentioned in the text?

<p>System software, application software, and engineering/scientific software (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text emphasize as the importance of software process?

<p>Structured activities required for developing the software system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text mention as the focus of Software Engineering Ethics?

<p>Ensuring confidentiality, competence, intellectual property rights, and preventing computer misuse (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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