Analysis and Design Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a Data Flow Diagram (DFD)?

• To show the physical layout of a system

• To represent the flow of data within a system

• To display the timeline of a project

• To outline the organisational structure

Which phase of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) involves gathering requirements from stakeholders?

• Design

• Analysis

• Development

• Evaluation

In a context diagram, what does the central process represent?

• The entire system

• An external entity

• A data store

• A specific subsystem

What is a Gantt chart primarily used for in project management?

• To track the budget of a project

• To display the hierarchy of tasks

• To schedule and track project timelines

• To analyse risks

Which of the following is a common design tool used for creating user interfaces?

• Data Dictionaries

• Mockups

• Storyboards

• Pseudocode

What does a Data Flow Diagram NOT typically include?

• Data stores

• Processes

• Physical hardware

• Data flows

Which phase of the SDLC focuses on coding and building the system?

• Design

• Implementation

• Testing

• Maintenance

In a context diagram, what are the entities outside the system called?

• Internal processes

• External entities

• Data stores

• Subsystems

What is the main advantage of using a Gantt chart?

• It provides a detailed view of data flow

• It helps in visualising project timelines and dependencies

• It outlines the system architecture

• It identifies potential risks

What is the primary focus of the design phase in the SDLC?

• Writing code

• Testing the system

• Creating detailed designs related to the look and feel as well as functionality of the project

• Gathering requirements