Software Engineering Assessment 2

Question 1

Which metric measures the average number of defects found per lines of code during a code review?

Accepted Answer

Defect density

Answer

Defect density is calculated as the number of defects divided by the size of the software (usually per KLOC).

Question 2

In software assessment, what does a 'baseline' primarily serve as?

Accepted Answer

A performance benchmark for future comparisons

Answer

A baseline is an established reference point used to measure and compare future changes or performance.

Question 3

A team uses pair programming and finds fewer post-release defects. Which assessment dimension does this best illustrate?

Accepted Answer

Process quality

Answer

Pair programming is a process practice, and its impact on defect rates reflects process quality assessment.

Question 4

Static analysis tools assess software WITHOUT doing which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Executing the program

Answer

Static analysis examines code structure and patterns without running the program, unlike dynamic analysis.

Question 5

Which CMMI maturity level indicates that processes are documented, standardized, and consistently followed across the organization?

Accepted Answer

Level 3 – Defined

Answer

CMMI Level 3 (Defined) means processes are proactively documented and tailored from organizational standards.

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