Question 1

Matching
​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition.
-In determining this, one problem is that cost estimates tend to understate costs such as user support and downtime productivity losses.
A)​Total cost of ownership (TCO)
B)​Closed-ended
C)​Agile method
D)​A functional decomposition diagram (FDD)
E)​Rapid application development (RAD)
F)​Open-ended
G)​CASE tool
H)​Pool
I)​The Unified Modeling Language (UML)
J)​Scalable system

Accepted Answer

The sentence is referring to the concept of Total cost of ownership (TCO), which takes into account all costs associated with owning and using a system, including indirect costs such as user support and productivity losses.

Question 2

Briefly describe the four phases of the rapid application development (RAD) model.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Briefly describe the four phases of the...

Question 3

Matching
​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition.
-This provides various graphical tools, such as use case diagrams and sequence diagrams.
A)​Total cost of ownership (TCO)
B)​Closed-ended
C)​Agile method
D)​A functional decomposition diagram (FDD)
E)​Rapid application development (RAD)
F)​Open-ended
G)​CASE tool
H)​Pool
I)​The Unified Modeling Language (UML)
J)​Scalable system

Accepted Answer

The Unified Modeling Language (UML) provides various graphical tools, such as use case diagrams and sequence diagrams, for modeling software systems.

Question 4

Case 4-2
Jerry has inherited an Excel sheet that lists all of the system requirements for his team's new project. But unfortunately, his predecessor did not label the requirements with categories-or in some cases failed to categorize them correctly. He needs to take care of this so the requirements can be sorted correctly.
-Jerry knows that there were supposed to be three performance examples but he finds four in the spreadsheet. Which one of these is mislabeled as a performance example?
A) The system must automatically generate an insurance claim form.
B) Response time must not exceed four seconds.
C) The online inventory control system must flag all low-stock items within one hour after the quantity falls below a predetermined minimum.
D) The records system must produce key reports within five hours of the end of each fiscal quarter.

Accepted Answer

The requirement "The system must automatically generate an insurance claim form" is a functional requirement, not a performance requirement. Performance requirements typically relate to the speed, capacity, or reliability of a system, such as response times or processing times.

Question 5

Matching
​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition.
-One of its risks is that a system might work well in the short term, but the corporate and long-term objectives for the system might not be met.
A)​Total cost of ownership (TCO)
B)​Closed-ended
C)​Agile method
D)​A functional decomposition diagram (FDD)
E)​Rapid application development (RAD)
F)​Open-ended
G)​CASE tool
H)​Pool
I)​The Unified Modeling Language (UML)
J)​Scalable system

Accepted Answer

Rapid application development (RAD) focuses on quick development and iteration, which can lead to short-term success but may not align with long-term corporate objectives.

Question 6

Matching
​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition.
-This is the overall diagram in business process modeling notation (BPMN) terminology.
A)​Total cost of ownership (TCO)
B)​Closed-ended
C)​Agile method
D)​A functional decomposition diagram (FDD)
E)​Rapid application development (RAD)
F)​Open-ended
G)​CASE tool
H)​Pool
I)​The Unified Modeling Language (UML)
J)​Scalable system

Accepted Answer

The term "Pool" is a specific term used in BPMN notation to represent the overall diagram.

Answer: I
 The Unified Modeling Language (UML) is a standard language used in software engineering for creating visual models of software systems. It can be used for business process modeling as well.

Answer: D
 A functional decomposition diagram (FDD) is a technique used in business process modeling to break down a system into smaller, more manageable parts.

Answer: G
 A CASE (Computer-Aided Software Engineering) tool is a software application used by software developers to create software more efficiently. It can be used in business process modeling as well.

Answer: J
 A scalable system is able to handle increasing amounts of work or traffic without significant performance degradation. This is an important consideration in business process modeling, particularly for systems that are expected to grow over time.

None of the other choices are directly related to BPMN terminology or business process modeling.

Question 7

Matching
​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition.
-This offers a better return on the initial investment because it will have a longer useful life.
A)​Total cost of ownership (TCO)
B)​Closed-ended
C)​Agile method
D)​A functional decomposition diagram (FDD)
E)​Rapid application development (RAD)
F)​Open-ended
G)​CASE tool
H)​Pool
I)​The Unified Modeling Language (UML)
J)​Scalable system

Accepted Answer

The sentence describes a scalable system, which is a system that can handle growth and expansion without needing to be completely replaced.

Question 8

Matching
​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition.
-These methods develop a system incrementally, by building a series of prototypes and constantly adjusting them to user requirements.
A)​Total cost of ownership (TCO)
B)​Closed-ended
C)​Agile method
D)​A functional decomposition diagram (FDD)
E)​Rapid application development (RAD)
F)​Open-ended
G)​CASE tool
H)​Pool
I)​The Unified Modeling Language (UML)
J)​Scalable system

Accepted Answer

This sentence describes the agile method, which involves incremental development and constant adjustments based on user feedback.

Note: None of the other options relate specifically to this sentence.

Question 9

Matching
​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition.
-These are the kinds of questions that are useful when a systems analyst wants to understand a larger process or draw out the interviewee's opinions, attitudes, or suggestions.
A)​Total cost of ownership (TCO)
B)​Closed-ended
C)​Agile method
D)​A functional decomposition diagram (FDD)
E)​Rapid application development (RAD)
F)​Open-ended
G)​CASE tool
H)​Pool
I)​The Unified Modeling Language (UML)
J)​Scalable system

Accepted Answer

Open-ended questions are the type of questions that are useful in understanding larger processes or drawing out interviewee's opinions, attitudes, and suggestions.

Answer: I
 The Unified Modeling Language (UML) is a standardized modeling language that is commonly used in software engineering to visualize the design of a software system.

Answer: G
 Computer-aided software engineering (CASE) tools are software applications that assist in the analysis, design, and implementation of software systems.

None of the other options provided match the given sentence or definition.

Question 10

Matching
​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition.
-Systems analysts use this kind of question when they want information that is more specific, or when
facts must be verified.
A)​Total cost of ownership (TCO)
B)​Closed-ended
C)​Agile method
D)​A functional decomposition diagram (FDD)
E)​Rapid application development (RAD)
F)​Open-ended
G)​CASE tool
H)​Pool
I)​The Unified Modeling Language (UML)
J)​Scalable system

Accepted Answer

Closed-ended questions are used to get specific information or to verify facts.

Note: The other choices are unrelated or do not apply to the given sentence.

Question 11

When recording facts, a systems analyst should document the work by _____.
A) recording information as soon as it is obtained
B) recording findings in such a way that they can be understood by someone else
C) organizing documentation so related material is located easily
D) using the most complex recording method possible

Accepted Answer

Recording information as soon as it is obtained ensures accuracy and completeness. Recording findings in a clear and understandable manner makes it easy for others, including stakeholders, to review and comprehend the work. Organizing documentation so that related materials are readily accessible helps prevent erroneous assumptions and saves time. Using the most complex recording method possible is unnecessary, time-consuming, and potentially confusing for stakeholders.

Question 12

Joint application development (JAD), rapid application development (RAD), and agile methods all have advantages and disadvantages. What are they?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Joint application development (JAD), rapid application development...

Question 13

When designing a questionnaire, which of the following ideas should be kept in mind?
A) Providing clear instructions that will answer all anticipated questions
B) Arranging questions in a logical order
C) Trying to lead the response or use questions that give clues to expected answers
D) Phrasing all questions to avoid misunderstandings, and use simple terms and wording

Accepted Answer

A good questionnaire should have clear instructions that will answer all anticipated questions, questions should be arranged in a logical order, and questions should be phrased to avoid misunderstandings using simple terms and wording. It is not appropriate to lead the response or use questions that give clues to expected answers as this can bias the results.

Question 14

Matching
​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition.
-If one of these is available, analysts can use it to develop models and enter documentation from the joint application development (JAD) session.
A)​Total cost of ownership (TCO)
B)​Closed-ended
C)​Agile method
D)​A functional decomposition diagram (FDD)
E)​Rapid application development (RAD)
F)​Open-ended
G)​CASE tool
H)​Pool
I)​The Unified Modeling Language (UML)
J)​Scalable system

Accepted Answer

A CASE (Computer-Aided Software Engineering) tool is used to support software development activities, including modeling and documentation.

Answer: D 
 A functional decomposition diagram (FDD) is a modeling tool used to represent the decomposition of a system into smaller, functional components.

Answer: E 
 Rapid application development (RAD) is an iterative software development method that focuses on quickly creating a working prototype.

Possible additional answer: I 
 The Unified Modeling Language (UML) is a standardized language for modeling software systems. It includes a variety of diagrams and notation to represent different aspects of a system.

Question 15

What are the issues to consider as you compile a checklist of specific tasks to be observed and questions to be asked during an observation of current operating procedures?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What are the issues to consider as...

Question 16

Case 4-2
Jerry has inherited an Excel sheet that lists all of the system requirements for his team's new project. But unfortunately, his predecessor did not label the requirements with categories-or in some cases failed to categorize them correctly. He needs to take care of this so the requirements can be sorted correctly.
-Jerry has found one system requirement that he thinks could fit into a couple of different categories. The requirement is as follows: An employee record must be added, changed, or deleted only by a member of the human resources department. What is the best categorization of this requirement?
A) Performance
B) Control
C) Process
D) Input

Accepted Answer

The requirement of only allowing members of the human resources department to add, change, or delete employee records is a form of control, as it is aimed at preventing unauthorized access and changes to sensitive information.

Question 17

Compared with traditional methods, when properly used, joint application development (JAD) can result in _____.
A) less expense and greater manageability if the group is too large
B) a more accurate statement of system requirements
C) a better understanding of common goals
D) a stronger commitment to the success of the new system

Accepted Answer

Joint application development (JAD) involves bringing together different stakeholders to jointly define requirements for a new system. By involving stakeholders early on in the process, JAD can result in a more accurate statement of system requirements (B), a better understanding of common goals (C), and a stronger commitment to the success of the new system (D). While JAD may require some initial expense, it can ultimately result in greater manageability and efficiency in the development process (A) if the size of the group is properly managed.

Question 18

Matching
​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition.
-The creation of this representation is similar to drawing an organization chart.
A)​Total cost of ownership (TCO)
B)​Closed-ended
C)​Agile method
D)​A functional decomposition diagram (FDD)
E)​Rapid application development (RAD)
F)​Open-ended
G)​CASE tool
H)​Pool
I)​The Unified Modeling Language (UML)
J)​Scalable system

Accepted Answer

A functional decomposition diagram (FDD) is used to represent the structure of a system or process by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable parts, similar to an organization chart.

Note: None of the other choices directly relate to the description given in the sentence.

Quiz 4: Requirements Modeling

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -In determining this, one problem is that cost estimates tend to understate costs such as user support and downtime productivity losses.

Briefly describe the four phases of the rapid application development (RAD) model.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -This provides various graphical tools, such as use case diagrams and sequence diagrams.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -One of its risks is that a system might work well in the short term, but the corporate and long-term objectives for the system might not be met.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -This is the overall diagram in business process modeling notation (BPMN) terminology.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -This offers a better return on the initial investment because it will have a longer useful life.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -These methods develop a system incrementally, by building a series of prototypes and constantly adjusting them to user requirements.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -These are the kinds of questions that are useful when a systems analyst wants to understand a larger process or draw out the interviewee's opinions, attitudes, or suggestions.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -Systems analysts use this kind of question when they want information that is more specific, or when facts must be verified.

When recording facts, a systems analyst should document the work by _____.

Joint application development (JAD), rapid application development (RAD), and agile methods all have advantages and disadvantages. What are they?

When designing a questionnaire, which of the following ideas should be kept in mind?

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -If one of these is available, analysts can use it to develop models and enter documentation from the joint application development (JAD) session.

What are the issues to consider as you compile a checklist of specific tasks to be observed and questions to be asked during an observation of current operating procedures?

Compared with traditional methods, when properly used, joint application development (JAD) can result in _____.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -The creation of this representation is similar to drawing an organization chart.

Quiz 4: Requirements Modeling

Matching ​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -In determining this, one problem is that cost estimates tend to understate costs such as user support and downtime productivity losses.

Briefly describe the four phases of the rapid application development (RAD) model.

Matching ​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -This provides various graphical tools, such as use case diagrams and sequence diagrams.

Matching ​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -One of its risks is that a system might work well in the short term, but the corporate and long-term objectives for the system might not be met.

Matching ​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -This is the overall diagram in business process modeling notation (BPMN) terminology.

Matching ​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -This offers a better return on the initial investment because it will have a longer useful life.

Matching ​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -These methods develop a system incrementally, by building a series of prototypes and constantly adjusting them to user requirements.

Matching ​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -These are the kinds of questions that are useful when a systems analyst wants to understand a larger process or draw out the interviewee's opinions, attitudes, or suggestions.

Matching ​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -Systems analysts use this kind of question when they want information that is more specific, or when facts must be verified.

When recording facts, a systems analyst should document the work by _____.

Joint application development (JAD), rapid application development (RAD), and agile methods all have advantages and disadvantages. What are they?

When designing a questionnaire, which of the following ideas should be kept in mind?

Matching ​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -If one of these is available, analysts can use it to develop models and enter documentation from the joint application development (JAD) session.

What are the issues to consider as you compile a checklist of specific tasks to be observed and questions to be asked during an observation of current operating procedures?

Compared with traditional methods, when properly used, joint application development (JAD) can result in _____.

Matching ​Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -The creation of this representation is similar to drawing an organization chart.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -In determining this, one problem is that cost estimates tend to understate costs such as user support and downtime productivity losses.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -This provides various graphical tools, such as use case diagrams and sequence diagrams.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -One of its risks is that a system might work well in the short term, but the corporate and long-term objectives for the system might not be met.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -This is the overall diagram in business process modeling notation (BPMN) terminology.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -This offers a better return on the initial investment because it will have a longer useful life.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -These methods develop a system incrementally, by building a series of prototypes and constantly adjusting them to user requirements.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -These are the kinds of questions that are useful when a systems analyst wants to understand a larger process or draw out the interviewee's opinions, attitudes, or suggestions.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -Systems analysts use this kind of question when they want information that is more specific, or when facts must be verified.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -If one of these is available, analysts can use it to develop models and enter documentation from the joint application development (JAD) session.

Matching Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the sentence or definition. -The creation of this representation is similar to drawing an organization chart.