Software Project Estimation Quiz

What is the first step in software project estimation?

• Estimate the project cost

• Estimate the size of the development product

• Estimate the schedule in calendar months

• Estimate the effort in person-months

Which method involves estimating based on similar past projects?

• Analogy

• Counted Method

• Historical data

• COCOMO model

What does COCOMO stand for?

• Cost Calculation Model

• Constructive Cost Model

• Comprehensive Cost Model

• Cost of Computing Model

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when estimating project cost?

• Hardware and Software purchase

• Marketing expenses

• Labor

• Telecommunications training courses

What is the formula for estimating schedule in months?

• Schedule in month = 2.0 * (effort – month)1/3

• Schedule in month = 3.0 * (effort – month)1/3

• Schedule in month = 4.0 * (effort – month)1/3

• Schedule in month = 5.0 * (effort – month)1/3

Which of the following is a reason for poor and inaccurate estimation?

• Availability of trained estimators

• Frequent changes in requirements

• Use of historical data

• Clear project specifications

What is the second step in project estimation?

• Estimating size

• Estimating effort

• Estimating schedule

• Estimating cost

Which of the following is a non-algorithmic method of estimation?

• Cost factor

• Expert judgment

• Linear model

• Power function model

What is the purpose of project estimation?

• To create marketing strategies

• To forecast resources, time, and costs

• To develop software

• To conduct user training

Which tool is NOT mentioned for project estimation?

• Microsoft Project

• JIRA

• Trello

• Function Point Analysis Tools