12 Questions
What is the difference between a software fault and a software failure?
A fault becomes a failure when it is activated, while a failure is the result of logical design errors.
What is considered the root cause of software errors according to the text?
Faulty requirements definition
What is one of the causes of client-developer communication failures mentioned in the text?
Misunderstanding of written changes during development
Which of the following is an example of a faulty requirement definition mentioned in the text?
Inclusion of unneeded requirements
What is the focus of the SQA team mentioned in the text?
Testing coding standards and manuals
What is the main concern regarding incomplete test plans according to the text?
Parts of the application not tested or tested thoroughly
What does the text emphasize about user interface errors?
The importance of user interface from the user's perspective
What is the consequence of errors in the design documents according to the text?
Trouble for subsequent redesign and reuse
What is the primary issue caused by deliberate deviations from software requirements?
Embarrassment during reviews
What is the main consequence of developers reusing previous or similar work without necessary modifications?
Logical design errors
Why do clients and developers sometimes seem to come from different planets according to the text?
Lack of attention to client messages by developers
What is the common result of developers inserting unapproved 'enhancements' and ignoring seemingly minor features?
Embarrassment during reviews
Test your knowledge about software faults, failures, and the classification of causes of software errors. Learn about the activation of faults, the reasons for software failures, and how errors can occur in the development process.
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