Why is the Systems development Life Cycle methodology typically referred to as "the waterfall model"?
A) Because it was first popularized in a town with many waterfalls
B) To stress the fact that phases are sequential and iteration (or going back) should be avoided as much as possible.
C) Because the SDLC, like prototyping, is not iterative.
D) To convey the notion that getting good user requirements is important and there should be multiple opportunities to elicit user requirements.
E) B and D

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The waterfall model is named so because it emphasizes a sequential design process, where each phase must be completed before the next begins, similar to how water flows over a waterfall. Iteration or revisiting previous phases is generally minimized in this model.

Why Is the Systems Development Life Cycle Methodology Typically Referred