Systems Analysis and Design Exam 1
100 questions fully solved
True or False
A project is a planned undertaking that has a beginning and an end and produces some result? -
answer True
What are two of the elements that are included in a Work Breakdown structure? - answer List of
tasks and estimated effort
Performing in depth fact finding too understand details is done as part of which Core Processes
in the SDLC? - answer Discover and understand details
True or False
An information system development process that emphasizes flexibility to embrace change is
called Agile Development - answer True
True or False
The system design consists of those activities that enable a person to define and describe in
detail the system that solves the need - answer True
What is the single activity that usually requires the most time during a project? - answer
Programming
When a system is partitioned into pieces, each piece is referred to as a _______? - answer
Subsystem
,A person that functions as an architect to plan, capture the vision, and understands the needs
for a new system is often called a _________? - answer Systems Analyst
SDLC stands for _______? - answer Systems Development Life Cycle
Programming is included in which Core Process in the SDLC? - answer Build, test, and integrate
system components
Which of the following is NOT one of the PMBOK knowledge areas?
-Integration management
-Documentation management
-Risk management
-Procurement management - answer Documentation management
True or False
Ceremony refers to the official kick-off meeting to start a project - answer False
Which of the following is NOT a common question asked by the client before giving project
approval?
-How much will it cost?
, -How long will it take?
-Who is the project manager?
-What are the benefits? - answer Who is the project manager?
Which of the following is NOT one of the external responsibilities of a project manager?
-Report project status
-Assess project risks
-Work with the client
-Identify resource needs - answer Assess project risks
Estimating the effort required and identifying task dependence is usually a part of the work to
create what? - answer The detailed work schedule
What technique is used to control the scope in an Agile project? - answer Keep prioritized list of
required functions
Which of the following is NOT a standard reason for initiating a system development project?
-To respond to an opportunity
-To reduce staffing requirements
100 questions fully solved
True or False
A project is a planned undertaking that has a beginning and an end and produces some result? -
answer True
What are two of the elements that are included in a Work Breakdown structure? - answer List of
tasks and estimated effort
Performing in depth fact finding too understand details is done as part of which Core Processes
in the SDLC? - answer Discover and understand details
True or False
An information system development process that emphasizes flexibility to embrace change is
called Agile Development - answer True
True or False
The system design consists of those activities that enable a person to define and describe in
detail the system that solves the need - answer True
What is the single activity that usually requires the most time during a project? - answer
Programming
When a system is partitioned into pieces, each piece is referred to as a _______? - answer
Subsystem
,A person that functions as an architect to plan, capture the vision, and understands the needs
for a new system is often called a _________? - answer Systems Analyst
SDLC stands for _______? - answer Systems Development Life Cycle
Programming is included in which Core Process in the SDLC? - answer Build, test, and integrate
system components
Which of the following is NOT one of the PMBOK knowledge areas?
-Integration management
-Documentation management
-Risk management
-Procurement management - answer Documentation management
True or False
Ceremony refers to the official kick-off meeting to start a project - answer False
Which of the following is NOT a common question asked by the client before giving project
approval?
-How much will it cost?
, -How long will it take?
-Who is the project manager?
-What are the benefits? - answer Who is the project manager?
Which of the following is NOT one of the external responsibilities of a project manager?
-Report project status
-Assess project risks
-Work with the client
-Identify resource needs - answer Assess project risks
Estimating the effort required and identifying task dependence is usually a part of the work to
create what? - answer The detailed work schedule
What technique is used to control the scope in an Agile project? - answer Keep prioritized list of
required functions
Which of the following is NOT a standard reason for initiating a system development project?
-To respond to an opportunity
-To reduce staffing requirements
