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Lecture 01a
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1What is a process in general terms?
- Aa) A list of rules for programmers
- Bb) A set of practices performed to achieve a given purpose, possibly including tools, methods, materials, and/or people
- Cc) A programming language for automation
- Dd) A step-by-step cooking recipe
2A process can include tools, methods, materials, and people.
- ATrue
- BFalse
3What is a software process?
- Aa) A random collection of coding activities
- Bb) A structured set of activities required to develop a software system
- Cc) A list of programming languages
- Dd) A one-time brainstorming session
4Which of the following is not one of the basic activities in a software process?
- Aa) Specification
- Bb) Analysis, design, and implementation
- Cc) Validation
- Dd) Marketing campaign creation
5List the four basic activities of a software process in order.
- ASpecification
- BAnalysis, design & implementation
- CValidation
- DEvolution
- EBrainstorming
- FPlanning
6What is a software process model?
- Aa) A specific programming language used for developing software
- Bb) An abstract representation of a process, described from some particular perspective
- Cc) A step-by-step guide for writing code
- Dd) A physical machine used in software development
7When we describe processes, we usually only talk about tools and programming languages.
- ATrue
- BFalse
8Which of the following is an example of an activity in a software process?
- Aa) Specifying a data model
- Bb) Designing a user interface
- Cc) Writing a press release
- Dd) Both a and b
9The outcomes of a process activity are called [blank_start]products[blank_end] or [blank_start]work products[blank_end]
- Aproducts
- Bwork products
10In a process description, what do roles represent?
Answer:
[blank_start]Responsibilities[blank_end] [blank_start]of[blank_end] [blank_start]people[blank_end] [blank_start]involved[blank_end] [blank_start]in the process[blank_end]- AResponsibilities
- Bof
- Cpeople
- Dinvolved
- Ein the process
11Pre-conditions are statements that are true after a process activity has been enacted.
- ATrue
- BFalse
12Which of these correctly describes a post-condition?
- Aa) A requirement that must be met before starting a process activity
- Bb) A statement that is true after a process activity has been completed or a product produced
- Cc) The sequence of steps in a software process
- Dd) The name of a completed work product
13For manufactured goods, what is the principal determinant of quality?
- Aa) The brand name
- Bb) The manufacturing process
- Cc) The advertising budget
- Dd) The packaging design
14In manufacturing, there is a straightforward link between the process and the product quality.
- ATrue
- BFalse
15 Why is the link between process and product quality less straightforward in software development?
a) Software development is less important than manufacturing
b) Software quality depends heavily on individual skills and experience
c) Software is always produced using identical methods
d) There is no need to consider external factors in software development- Aa) Software development is less important than manufacturing
- Bb) Software quality depends heavily on individual skills and experience
- Cc) Software is always produced using identical methods
- Dd) There is no need to consider external factors in software development
16One external factor that can impact software product quality is the need for an [blank_start]accelerated[blank_end] development schedule.
- Aaccelerated
17List two reasons why process–product quality relationships are more complex in software than in manufacturing.
- AHeavy reliance on individual skills and experience
- BExternal factors like novelty of the application
- CProgramming language chosen for the project
- DTesting methodology used
18Which of the following is especially important in design-based software activities?
- Aa) Size of the development budget
- Bb) Capabilities of the designers
- Cc) Number of programming languages known
- Dd) Age of the development team
19For large projects with developers of “average” capabilities, what is the main determinant of product quality?
- Aa) Developer capabilities
- Bb) Development process
- Cc) Development technology
- Dd) Size of the budget
20For small projects, the development process is the main determinant of product quality.
- ATrue
- BFalse
21For small projects, which of the following is particularly significant for product quality?
- Aa) Development technology
- Bb) Office location
- Cc) Number of coffee breaks
- Dd) Color scheme of the app
22In all cases, if an [blank_start]unrealistic[blank_end] schedule is imposed, product quality will suffer.
- Aunrealistic
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