U4-C3&4-Optimising Software Applications Quiz

What is one method of improving, refining, and optimising software applications?

• Ignoring user feedback

• Annotated code for effective repair/debugging

• Removing documentation

• Avoiding testing

Which of the following is a factor in reviewing the quality of a program?

• Colour scheme

• Usability

• Marketing strategy

• Brand logo

What is an important aspect to consider when evaluating the suitability of a software solution?

• The software's popularity

• Suitability for audience and purpose

• The developer's personal preference

• The software's age

Which of the following is a constraint that might affect software solutions?

• The colour of the user interface

• Constraints of the programming language

• The developer's favourite programming language

• The software's logo design

What is a method of optimising software solutions?

• Reducing the number of features

• Improving robustness

• Increasing the file size

• Removing user feedback

Why is documenting changes to the design and solution important?

• To confuse users

• To maintain a record for future reference

• To increase the complexity of the software

• To make the software less user-friendly

What is a benefit of eliciting feedback from users?

• It makes the software more expensive

• It helps in identifying areas for improvement

• It reduces the software's performance

• It complicates the user interface

Which of the following is NOT a quality factor of a software solution?

• Reliability

• Usability

• Efficiency/performance

• Colour of the packaging

What is a potential weakness of a software solution?

• High maintainability

• Poor efficiency/performance

• Excellent portability

• Strong reliability

What is the purpose of program compilation for a designated platform or environment?

• To make the software less accessible

• To ensure compatibility and performance

• To increase the software's size

• To reduce the software's functionality