Software Engineering Quiz

What is the primary definition of software?

• A programming language

• A collection of hardware components

• A set of items that includes instructions, data structures, and documentation

• A type of computer virus

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of software?

• Software is developed or engineered

• Software wears out over time

• Software is custom-built

• Software can be commissioned by a specific customer

What is the role of software as a product?

• To provide hardware support

• To create physical products

• To deliver computing potential and manage information

• To replace human workers

According to the IEEE definition, what does software engineering involve?

• The design of hardware systems

• The application of random approaches to software development

• The application of a systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approach

• The study of programming languages

What is one of the key reasons for the importance of software engineering?

• Software failures can have significant impacts

• Software can be developed by individuals without teams

• The number of stakeholders has decreased

• Software is easy to develop without planning

Which of the following is NOT a framework activity in software engineering?

• Testing

• Modeling

• Communication

• Marketing

What is the first step in Polya's software engineering practice?

• Examine the result

• Understand the problem

• Plan a solution

• Carry out the plan

Which of the following is an example of embedded software?

• A web browser

• A mobile app

• A fuel control system

• A word processor

What type of software is designed to provide specific capabilities for many customers?

• System software

• Embedded software

• Product-line software

• Custom software

Which of the following describes cloud computing?

• A programming language

• An infrastructure for sharing computing resources

• A type of mobile application

• A standalone software application