Question 1

When using multivariate testing, if you wish to test two different versions of an image, a button, and a piece of text, how many combinations will you need to test?

Accepted Answer

Each element (image, button, text) has two versions, creating 2^3 = 8 combinations.

Question 2

The leading web server software is:

Accepted Answer

According to Netcraft's April 2021 Web Server Survey, Apache has a 26.63% market share, making it the leading web server software. Microsoft IIS comes in second with a 21.56% market share. Sun Solaris and Google Enterprise Server are not web server software.

Question 3

Which of the following involves creating a skeleton version that focuses on functionality rather than design?

Accepted Answer

Wireframing involves creating a basic layout or skeleton version of a website or application that focuses on functionality and user experience rather than design. It helps to identify the essential elements and layout needed for the final product before moving on to design and development. Web services, Scrum, and DevOps are related to software development methodologies and do not specifically involve creating a skeleton version of a product.

Question 4

The process of comparing a website with that of its competitors in terms of response speed, quality of layout, and design is known as:

Accepted Answer

The process described in the question is benchmarking. Split testing involves comparing two versions of a website to see which one performs better, funnel testing involves analyzing and optimizing the steps in a website's sales funnel, and system testing involves testing the overall functionality of a website's software and hardware components.

Question 5

All of the following are simple steps for optimizing web page content except:

Accepted Answer

The other options listed are all simple steps for optimizing web page content, but segmenting computer servers to perform dedicated functions is not related to optimizing web page content. Instead, it is a strategy for improving server performance and minimizing downtime.

Question 6

Web services are loosely coupled, reusable software components based on XML and other open protocols and standards that enable an application to communicate with another application without requiring any custom programming.

Accepted Answer

Web services are designed to be loosely coupled and reusable, and are based on open protocols and standards such as XML, SOAP, and REST. They enable applications to communicate with each other without requiring any custom programming, making them a powerful tool for building distributed systems.

Question 7

A template test is a form of which type of testing?

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Question 8

All of the following might be part of a website's middle-tier layer except:

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Question 9

All of the following are basic functionality provided by web servers except:

Accepted Answer

A shopping cart is not a basic functionality provided by web servers. Web servers typically provide services such as serving web pages, handling requests and responses, managing security, and site management tools. Data capture tools may also be provided by some web servers, but this is not a universal functionality.

Question 10

Describe the major issues surrounding the decision to build and/or host your own e-commerce site or to outsource some aspects of site development. Include the advantages and disadvantages of each decision.

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Question 11

In general, the annual system maintenance cost will roughly parallel the development cost.

Accepted Answer

The annual system maintenance cost will depend on the nature of the system, but in general, it will be proportional to the development cost, as it will include ongoing support, bug fixes, updates, and other maintenance tasks that are necessary to keep the system running smoothly. However, it is important to note that this cost may vary depending on factors such as the complexity of the system, the quality of the initial development, and the level of support required.

Question 12

The concept of a "sprint" is related to which of the following development methodologies?

Accepted Answer

The concept of a "sprint" is related to Scrum development methodology, where a small, self-organizing team works on a specific set of tasks and objectives over a short period of time, usually 1-4 weeks. Prototyping, component-based development, and DevOps Apache do not specifically use sprints as a core concept.

Question 13

Which form of testing compares a control page with one that is very different?

Accepted Answer

A new concept test is conducted when a significantly different page is created to compare its performance with the existing control page. This is done to determine the impact of the changes made and to identify which version performs better. A template test is conducted on pages that have similar designs or templates. A funnel test is conducted to optimize a particular funnel or path on the website. A system test is conducted to check the integrated system's functionalities to verify whether it meets the specified requirements.

Question 14

Using prebuilt templates is typically one of the most inexpensive options when building an e-commerce site.

Accepted Answer

Prebuilt templates are usually cheaper than custom designs as they are ready to use and require less time and effort to set up.

Question 15

Which of the following is the minimum system architecture requirement for an e-commerce website that processes orders?

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Question 16

Which of the following is used to process certificates and private/public key information?

Accepted Answer

Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security (SSL/TLS) is used to process certificates and private/public key information. HTTP is the protocol used for transmitting data over the internet, File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is used for transferring files from one host to another, and data capture tools are used for collecting and analyzing data.

Question 17

Scrum is a type of agile development.

Accepted Answer

Scrum is one of the most popular agile methodologies used for software development.

Question 18

A multi-tier architecture typically includes only a web server and a database server.

Accepted Answer

A multi-tier architecture typically includes several layers such as presentation layer, application layer, and data layer. The web server and database server may be a part of this architecture, but it is not limited to just these two tiers.

Question 19

Which of the following would you use to verify that links on web pages are valid?

Accepted Answer

Site management tools often include a link checker feature which can scan a website and identify any broken or invalid links. HTTP and FTP are protocols used for transferring files between servers and are not specifically designed for verifying link validity. Data capture tools are used to collect and analyze data, but typically do not have a link checking function.

Question 20

The SDLC methodology helps developers to understand the business objectives of a system and design an appropriate solution.

Accepted Answer

SDLC stands for Software Development Life Cycle, which is a structured approach to designing and developing software solutions that meet business objectives. The methodology involves several stages, including planning, analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance, which help developers to ensure that the final product meets the needs of the business and its users. Therefore, the statement is true.

Quiz 3: Building an E-Commerce Presence