Understanding Development Methodologies Quiz

Which of the following is the first phase of the Waterfall model?

• Design

• Implementation

• Testing

• Requirements

What is a key principle of Agile methodology?

• Comprehensive documentation

• Customer collaboration over contract negotiation

• Following a strict plan

• Infrequent delivery of software

Which phase in the Waterfall model involves coding and converting design into a machine-readable form?

• Maintenance

• Implementation

• Testing

• Design

What is one advantage of the Spiral model?

• It is the simplest model to implement

• It allows for early detection of risks

• It requires minimal customer interaction

• It is the least expensive model

In Agile, what is the term for a short, time-boxed period used to complete a set amount of work?

• Sprint

• Marathon

• Cycle

• Phase

Which phase of the Waterfall model involves verifying that the system meets the specified requirements?

• Design

• Testing

• Implementation

• Maintenance

What is a characteristic of Agile development?

• Sequential process

• Iterative and incremental

• Fixed requirements

• Long development cycles

Which of the following is a benefit of using the Spiral model?

• It is suitable for small projects

• It is easy to manage

• It incorporates customer feedback throughout the development process

• It has a fixed budget

In the Waterfall model, which phase comes after the Design phase?

• Requirements

• Implementation

• Testing

• Maintenance

Which Agile principle focuses on delivering working software frequently?

• Deliver working software every few months

• Deliver working software every few weeks

• Deliver working software at the end of the project

• Deliver working software only when requested