Software Development Models Quiz

Which of the following is a key characteristic of the Waterfall model?

• Cyclical process with multiple iterations

• Phases must be completed sequentially

• Allows frequent changes during development

• Uses short development sprints

What is a major disadvantage of the Waterfall model?

• Frequent user involvement is required

• It is difficult to estimate time and cost

• Issues are discovered late in the development process

• There is no structured documentation

What is the main purpose of Evolutionary Development (Prototyping)?

• To create a working model for user feedback before full development

• To follow a strict sequence of phases

• To develop and release software in short sprints

• To avoid making changes after development starts

Which of the following is an advantage of Prototyping?

• Reduces misunderstandings between developers and users

• Ensures all requirements are fixed from the start

• Eliminates the need for testing

• Best suited for projects with strict deadlines

What is a key principle of Agile software development?

• Following a strict, linear process

• Prioritizing comprehensive documentation over working software

• Responding to change over following a rigid plan

• Avoiding user feedback during development

In Agile development, what is a 'sprint'?

• A detailed project documentation phase

• A short development cycle for feature implementation

• A final stage of software testing

• A way to avoid user feedback

Which software development model is best for projects with rapidly changing requirements?

• Waterfall

• Prototyping

• Agile

• Iterative/Incremental

What is a key disadvantage of the Iterative/Incremental model?

• Delivers functional software too late

• Requires careful planning to avoid architecture issues

• Does not allow modifications once a phase is completed

• Lacks flexibility in handling requirement changes

Which development model follows a step-by-step, rigid process?

• Agile

• Waterfall

• Iterative/Incremental

• Prototyping

What is a common characteristic of both Agile and Iterative/Incremental models?

• Delivering software in multiple small versions

• Following a strict sequence with no changes allowed

• Avoiding user feedback during development

• Completing the entire project before releasing any features