CCS Software Development Lifecycle 5

Question 1

In health IT, a 'go-live cutover' strategy where the old and new systems run simultaneously is called:

Accepted Answer

Parallel conversion

Answer

Parallel conversion runs both systems concurrently to validate the new system's accuracy before decommissioning the old one.

Question 2

Which SDLC phase formally closes the project after verifying deliverables are accepted?

Accepted Answer

Project closure

Answer

Project closure involves formal sign-off, lessons learned documentation, and release of project resources after deliverables are accepted.

Question 3

A 'burndown chart' is commonly used in which development methodology?

Accepted Answer

Agile/Scrum

Answer

Burndown charts track remaining work in a sprint, helping Scrum teams visualize progress toward completing sprint goals.

Question 4

What is 'integration testing' in a health IT context?

Accepted Answer

Verifying that separate system modules work correctly when combined

Answer

Integration testing confirms that interfaces between modules—such as between a coding module and a billing engine—function correctly together.

Question 5

Which SDLC document defines the test cases, test data, and expected results for validating a system?

Accepted Answer

Test plan

Answer

A test plan outlines the scope, approach, resources, and schedule for all testing activities including specific test cases.

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