Software Development Methodologies Quiz

What does SDLC stand for?

• System Design Life Cycle

• Software Development Life Cycle

• System Development Life Cycle

• Software Design Life Cycle

Which phase involves determining if the problem is solvable given current technology, time constraints, and costs?

• Feasibility

• Implementation

• Requirements

• Design

What is the main focus of the testing phase in SDLC?

• Writing code

• Designing the system

• Gathering requirements

• Checking that the code works

Which methodology is known for its cascading effect from one phase to another?

• Waterfall

• Spiral

• Extreme Programming

• Agile

What is a key characteristic of Rapid Application Development (RAD)?

• Fixed process model

• Successive prototypes

• Risk-driven process

• Paired programming

Which model is described as a risk-driven software development process?

• Waterfall

• RAD

• Agile

• Spiral

In the Spiral model, what is the first quadrant?

• Plan for the next iteration

• Determine the objectives

• Identify and resolve risks

• Develop and test

What is the main idea behind Agile methodologies?

• Fixed requirements

• Iterative development

• Waterfall approach

• Single prototype

What is a 'sprint' in Agile methodologies?

• A risk analysis phase

• A final deployment phase

• A long-term project plan

• A short time-boxed period with focused goals

Which methodology emphasizes high-quality code and developer quality of life?

• RAD

• Waterfall

• Spiral

• Extreme Programming