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What is one of the factors contributing to the software crisis?
What is one of the factors contributing to the software crisis?
- Proper user interface
- Increasing skill shortage (correct)
- Adequate training in software engineering
- Small program size
In software engineering, what is emphasized in modern practices compared to the exploratory style?
In software engineering, what is emphasized in modern practices compared to the exploratory style?
- Error correction
- Error prevention (correct)
- Lack of proper documentation
- Ad hoc development
What is a common characteristic of programs compared to software products?
What is a common characteristic of programs compared to software products?
- Lacks proper user interface (correct)
- Small number of users
- Well-designed interface
- Team of developers
Why do software products often contribute to the software crisis?
Why do software products often contribute to the software crisis?
What is the primary advantage of adhering to a life cycle model?
What is the primary advantage of adhering to a life cycle model?
What is the main focus of software engineering according to the text?
What is the main focus of software engineering according to the text?
When is a phase considered complete in a life cycle model?
When is a phase considered complete in a life cycle model?
What happens if the phase-entry criteria are not satisfied?
What happens if the phase-entry criteria are not satisfied?
What is the purpose of defining entry and exit criteria for each phase in a life cycle model?
What is the purpose of defining entry and exit criteria for each phase in a life cycle model?
How does adhering to a life cycle model help software project managers?
How does adhering to a life cycle model help software project managers?
In a life cycle model, when can a phase be considered complete?
In a life cycle model, when can a phase be considered complete?
What is a key difference between the exploratory style and modern software development practices?
What is a key difference between the exploratory style and modern software development practices?
What aspect of software testing has become systematic in modern practices?
What aspect of software testing has become systematic in modern practices?
What does a software life cycle model establish?
What does a software life cycle model establish?
Why is a written description of a life cycle model important?
Why is a written description of a life cycle model important?
What must the development team do in relation to a life cycle model?
What must the development team do in relation to a life cycle model?
What is the main focus of modern software development practices regarding error detection?
What is the main focus of modern software development practices regarding error detection?
