CSM Software Development Lifecycle & Methodologies 1

Question 1

What is the main goal of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)?

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To ensure software is developed efficiently and cost-effectively

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To create the software without testing it

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To complete the software within one month

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To reduce the number of developers needed

Question 2

Which of the following is the first phase of the Software Development Lifecycle?

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Requirement gathering

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Design

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Implementation

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Testing

Question 3

What does Agile methodology primarily focus on?

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Iterative development and flexibility

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Rigid planning and upfront documentation

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Fixed deadlines and scope

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Focusing only on software testing

Question 4

What is the purpose of the Testing phase in the SDLC?

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To test the software for bugs and defects

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To deploy the software to users

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To monitor user performance after release

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To finalize software documentation

Question 5

Which SDLC methodology is most commonly used for projects that require frequent changes and adaptations?

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Agile

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Waterfall

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V-Model

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Incremental Model

Question 6

What is the benefit of using version control systems (VCS) in the development process?

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It allows developers to track and manage code changes

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It reduces the cost of software

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It improves software quality

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It eliminates the need for testing

Question 7

What is the main difference between Waterfall and Agile methodologies?

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Waterfall is linear, while Agile is iterative

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Waterfall allows for changes during development, Agile does not.

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Waterfall is more flexible, while Agile is rigid.

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Waterfall focuses on user feedback, while Agile does not.

Question 8

Which SDLC phase involves making the software available for use by the end-users?

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Deployment

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Design

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Implementation

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Testing

Question 9

What does the Continuous Integration (CI) process in Agile involve?

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It ensures code changes are regularly integrated and tested

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It involves periodic code reviews.

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It involves continuous software testing.

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It automates the deployment process.