Software Process Communication

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Which software process model is characterized by performing four activities in SDLC one by one?

Rapid application development model
Fountain model
Incremental model
Waterfall model (correct)

What is a common characteristic of the Fountain process model?

Allows revisiting previous activities when needed (correct)
100% redesign and redevelopment features
Delivers software to client late in the SDLC
Strict sequence with no overlap

In the context of software process models, what does the Waterfall model emphasize?

Transitioning to the next task without reviewing
Easy to determine project milestone end time
Thorough analysis and design early in the process (correct)
Concurrent activities and revisits to previous stages

Which criterion is a disadvantage of the Fountain process model?

Hard to determine project milestone end time (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of the Rapid Application Development (RAD) process model?

100% redesign and redevelopment features after delivery (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is NOT typically associated with the Waterfall process model?

Revisits to previous activities when needed (A) Signup and view all the answers

What activity is performed in the Synchronize & Stabilize Process Model after all features of the current increment are completed?

System build and integration tests (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the Synchronize & Stabilize Process Model compare to Scrum in terms of flexibility?

Even more flexible than Scrum (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of the Synchronize & Stabilize Process Model regarding software requirements?

Loosely defined software requirements allow for anytime modifications (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the Synchronize & Stabilize Process Model, what type of activities help to shorten project completion time?

Concurrent activities (C) Signup and view all the answers

When is maintenance activity performed in the Synchronize & Stabilize Process Model?

After delivery but before planning the next increment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the Synchronize & Stabilize Process Model from heavy-weight software process philosophies?

Flexible approach with loosely defined requirements (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does a software process model articulate?

Activities/tasks to be performed (D) Signup and view all the answers

In a software process model, what does the term 'Model' refer to?

A generalized pattern that represents the overall plan (B) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of a software process model describes the order and timing of activities/tasks?

Workflow (B) Signup and view all the answers

What criteria is used in a software process model to transition to the next task?

Completion of current task's deliverables (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a plan-driven software process philosophy?

Strict adherence to detailed planning and documentation (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes a heavy-weight software process philosophy?

Extensive upfront planning and documentation (B) Signup and view all the answers