CPSA Architecture Fundamentals and Roles 4

Question 1

Which of the following best exemplifies the 'principle of least privilege' as an architectural concern?

Accepted Answer

Each system component is given only the permissions it needs to perform its function

Answer

The principle of least privilege means each component or user is granted only the minimum permissions required for its intended function, reducing the attack surface.

Question 2

A software architect is presenting to C-suite executives. Which type of architectural view is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A high-level context diagram showing the system's role and key external relationships

Answer

Executives need a high-level context view that conveys business value and system boundaries rather than technical implementation details.

Question 3

What distinguishes 'functional requirements' from 'quality requirements' in the context of architectural work?

Accepted Answer

Functional requirements describe what the system does; quality requirements describe how well it does it

Answer

Functional requirements define the system's behaviors and capabilities, while quality requirements (non-functional requirements) specify how well those behaviors must be performed.

Question 4

In a large organization, which of the following BEST describes the relationship between enterprise architecture and solution architecture?

Accepted Answer

Solution architecture operates within the constraints and standards set by enterprise architecture

Answer

Solution architecture defines the architecture for a specific project or system, operating within the broader standards, patterns, and constraints established by enterprise architecture.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of an architectural 'hotspot'?

Accepted Answer

A component that is both highly complex and frequently changed, accumulating technical debt

Answer

An architectural hotspot is a component combining high complexity with high change frequency, making it a primary source of defects and maintenance burden.

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CPSA Architecture Fundamentals and Roles 4