Question 1

Ting-You is focusing on delivery and support of the system.What SDLC phase is she in?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)Feasibility

Accepted Answer

Ting-You is focusing on the delivery and support of the system, which means that the system has already been designed and developed. Therefore, she is in the implementation phase of the SDLC, where the system is being deployed and maintained.

Question 2

Because the cost can be immense,_________ is one of the most critical steps in implementation.
A)Documentation
B)Coding
C)Testing
D)Developing a conversion strategy
E)Training

Accepted Answer

The answer of Because the cost can be immense,_________ is...

Question 3

Which of the following will probably NOT be considered in technical feasibility?
A)Familiarity with application
B)A technology that has not been used before at this company
C)A gigantic project
D)The cost of database management system
E)The ability to interface this system with existing systems

Accepted Answer

The cost of a database management system is more related to economic feasibility rather than technical feasibility, which focuses on the technical aspects and capabilities of the project.

Question 4

Dan is looking at customer satisfaction with a new system.This is probably a:
A)Tangible cost
B)Tangible benefit
C)Intangible cost
D)Intangible benefit
E)Business requirement

Accepted Answer

The answer of Dan is looking at customer satisfaction with...

Question 5

Linda is a clerk in the accounting department.She was interviewed by David and is excited about the proposed system that will utilize electronic funds transfer.This would be an example of ______.
A)Tangible benefit
B)Cash flow
C)Break even analysis
D)Intangible benefit
E)Return on investment

Accepted Answer

Linda's excitement about the proposed system is not related to any tangible benefits like cost savings or increase in revenue. It is also not related to cash flow, break even analysis or return on investment. Therefore, it is an example of an intangible benefit, which refers to the non-monetary advantages that a new system or process can offer, such as convenience, efficiency, or improved morale.

Question 6

Ted is creating a project plan.Which phase of the SDLC is he working in?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)Project plans are created in both the Analysis and Design phase

Accepted Answer

Project planning is done in the Planning phase of the SDLC. The Planning phase involves identifying the problem to be solved, determining project goals, defining project scope, and creating a project plan.

Question 7

PCM Incorporated will need to purchase new servers for a system.This would be a:
A)Development cost
B)Operating cost
C)Ongoing cost
D)Intangible cost
E)Intangible benefit

Accepted Answer

Purchasing new servers for a system is considered a development cost because it is a one-time expense incurred to acquire assets that will be used in the production or delivery of goods or services.

Question 8

Which phase is generally the longest and most expensive part of the development process?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)Feasibility

Accepted Answer

Implementation is generally the longest and most expensive phase of the development process because it involves the actual construction or coding of the system, extensive testing, and the deployment of the system into a live environment, which requires significant resources and time.

Question 9

Alice is calculating whether a system will lower costs or increase revenues.What SDLC phase is she in?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)Evaluation

Accepted Answer

The answer of Alice is calculating whether a system will...

Question 10

Which would normally NOT be a part of the implementation phase?
A)System construction
B)Testing
C)Installation
D)Creating a support plan
E)Creating database and file specifications

Accepted Answer

Creating database and file specifications would typically be done in the design phase, not the implementation phase.

Question 11

Which was NOT given as a method for determining business requirements?
A)Benchmarking
B)Interviewing
C)Observation
D)Document analysis
E)Questionnaires and surveys

Accepted Answer

All of the listed methods (interviewing, observation, document analysis, questionnaires and surveys) were given as methods for determining business requirements except benchmarking. Benchmarking is a means of comparing an organization's performance metrics to those of its competitors or peers in the industry. While it can provide insight into best practices and areas for improvement, it is not specifically a method for determining business requirements.

Question 12

Kumar is creating use cases.Which phase of the SDLC is he working in?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)Use cases are created in both the Analysis and Design phase

Accepted Answer

The answer of Kumar is creating use cases.Which phase of...

Question 13

Which would normally NOT be a reason for a project?
A)When a business need has been identified
B)A consultant has suggest a new customer relationship management system
C)An open source platform has just come on the market
D)An existing system just isn't working properly and the workaround is tedious
E)To support a new business initiative

Accepted Answer

An open source platform coming on the market is not a valid reason for a project. While it may be a consideration when choosing a solution, it doesn't indicate a specific business need or opportunity that is driving the project. A, B, D, and E all indicate a specific reason or need for a project.

Question 14

Rodger is working on 'why build the system'.He is in what SDLC phase?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)Testing

Accepted Answer

The 'why build the system' question is typically addressed during the Planning phase of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), where the project's purpose and feasibility are determined.

Question 15

Rosita is conducting alpha tests.What SDLC phase is she in?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)It is hard to say, as alpha tests can occur at any time in the SDLC

Accepted Answer

Alpha testing occurs during the Implementation phase of the SDLC. This phase involves actually building the software, following the specifications and designs laid out in earlier phases. Alpha testing is one of the first steps in this phase and involves testing by internal users or developers before the software is released to external users in beta testing.

Question 16

Simon is determining ROI and "Should we build it" for a system.Which phase of the SDLC is he working in?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)ROI comes after implementation when all the data is in and the actual return on investment can be properly calculated

Accepted Answer

In the Planning phase of the SDLC, feasibility studies are conducted, including determining ROI and deciding whether to proceed with building the system.

Question 17

Zoltan is worried about the company using the new system.This would be considered part of:
A)Technical feasibility
B)Economic feasibility
C)Risk feasibility
D)Hardware feasibility
E)Organizational feasibility

Accepted Answer

Organizational feasibility assesses how well a proposed system fits within the existing organizational culture and structure, including employee acceptance and concerns like Zoltan's.

Question 18

Chang is working on "How will this system work".What SDLC phase is he in?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)Transition

Accepted Answer

The task of assessing how the system will function is part of the design phase of the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle). Analysis, on the other hand, involves gathering and defining system requirements. Planning entails defining project scope and objectives, as well as developing a project plan. Implementation refers to the actual development and coding of the system, while transition refers to the transfer of the finished system to the users.

Question 19

Michaela is a systems analyst who is determining business requirements.What would most likely be the SDLC phase for her?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)Business requirements are not developed by systems analysts, but by business analysts

Accepted Answer

The task of determining business requirements is part of the Analysis phase in the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle). Therefore, the best choice is B.

Question 20

Shauna is doing interviewing.What would most likely be the SDLC phase for her?
A)Planning
B)Analysis
C)Design
D)Implementation
E)Project plans are created in both the Analysis and Design phase

Accepted Answer

Interviewing is typically part of the Analysis phase of the SDLC, where data is gathered and requirements are defined.

Quiz 1: The Systems Analyst and Information Systems Development

Ting-You is focusing on delivery and support of the system.What SDLC phase is she in?

Because the cost can be immense,_________ is one of the most critical steps in implementation.

Which of the following will probably NOT be considered in technical feasibility?

Dan is looking at customer satisfaction with a new system.This is probably a:

Linda is a clerk in the accounting department.She was interviewed by David and is excited about the proposed system that will utilize electronic funds transfer.This would be an example of ______.

Ted is creating a project plan.Which phase of the SDLC is he working in?

PCM Incorporated will need to purchase new servers for a system.This would be a:

Which phase is generally the longest and most expensive part of the development process?

Alice is calculating whether a system will lower costs or increase revenues.What SDLC phase is she in?

Which would normally NOT be a part of the implementation phase?

Which was NOT given as a method for determining business requirements?

Kumar is creating use cases.Which phase of the SDLC is he working in?

Which would normally NOT be a reason for a project?

Rodger is working on 'why build the system'.He is in what SDLC phase?

Rosita is conducting alpha tests.What SDLC phase is she in?

Simon is determining ROI and "Should we build it" for a system.Which phase of the SDLC is he working in?

Zoltan is worried about the company using the new system.This would be considered part of:

Chang is working on "How will this system work".What SDLC phase is he in?

Michaela is a systems analyst who is determining business requirements.What would most likely be the SDLC phase for her?

Shauna is doing interviewing.What would most likely be the SDLC phase for her?