Higher - Analysis

Which description correctly describes the term 'functional requirement'?

• Whether the interface allows the user to use function keys for shortcuts.

• A detailed list of what the finished program must do.

• A detailed list of what the finished program should not contain.

• A list of errors to check for during testing.

Programs work following a pattern of:

• input —process —output

• output —input —process

• process —input —output

• input —output —process

Which of the following is an example of an input in a program?

• A user typing data into a text box on screen

• Output data to a file

• Activating an LED

• Operating a motor or piston

What is a process in the context of programming?

• The end result displayed to the user

• The action of turning on a warning light

• Any action that the program needs to carry out on the data to create new data

• The source of data for the program

Which of the following is an example of an output in traditional programming?

• Calculations using arithmetic operators

• Comparisons in if statements

• Output data to a file

• Sensors from the hardware the program is running on

An app is being designed to calculate the Body-Mass Index (BMI) of an adult. BMI is calculated using the formula: weight(kg) ÷ height(m)2. Results in the range less than 18.5 should give a message that the user is underweight, 18.5 to 25 should be ideal weight, 26 to 30 is overweight and greater than 30 should warn that they are obese.

What is the purpose of the program being designed?

• To calculate the Body-Mass Index (BMI) of children

• To calculate the Body-Mass Index (BMI) of adults

• To provide a diet plan based on Body-Mass Index (BMI)

• To track the exercise routine of an individual

What is the outcome of the analysis stage in an iterative development process?

• A prototype of the software

• A legally-binding document called the software specification

• A user manual for the software

• A marketing plan for the software

What is the purpose of establishing the scope and boundaries of a project?

• To provide a precise description of the extent of the project.

• To outline the project's budget and financial resources.

• To assign tasks to project team members.

• To set the project's deadlines and milestones.

Which of the following is an example of a project boundary?

• The project must cover all types of questions the user will be asked.

• The project should work with adults who are aged above 20.

• The project will cover advice on jobs for those with medical degrees.

• The project will include a detailed budget plan.

What might the scope and boundaries of a project also refer to besides the project's content?

• The project's marketing strategies.

• Technical and real-world issues like timescales and costs.

• The educational background of the project team.

• The color scheme and design of the project's final product.