Description : The COCOMO model to convert lines of code estimates into person-month estimates was designed by Allen Albrecht of IBM.
Last Answer : Ans: False
Description : Which model is used during early stages of the system design afterthe requirements have been established? a) An application-composition model b) A post-architecture model c) A reuse model d) An early design model
Last Answer : d) An early design model
Description : Which model assumes that systems are created fromreusable components, scripting or database programming? a) An application-composition model b) A post-architecture model c) A reuse model d) An early design model
Last Answer : a) An application-composition model
Description : Which model is used to compute the effort required to integrate reusable components or program code that is automatically generated by design or program translation tools? a) An application-composition model b) A post-architecture model c) A reuse model d) An early design model
Last Answer : c) A reuse model
Description : . Which of the following is empirical estimation technique? (i) expert judgement (ii) Delphi estimation (iii) COCOMO (iv) Critical path Method A. only i, ii & iii B. only i & ii C. only i, iii & iv D. All of the above
Last Answer : B. only i & ii
Description : Which of the following technique overcomes drawback related to LOC? A. Project Planning Sheet B. Function Point Metric C. COCOMO D. COCOMO2
Last Answer : B. Function Point Metric
Description : In Intermediate COCOMO the mode that represents complex products is referred to as a) Embedded b) Semidetached c) Organic d) Multiplicative e) onolithic.
Last Answer : a) Embedded
Description : Explain the development phases of the detailed COCOMO model.
Last Answer : Ans A software development is carried out in four successive phases, which are as follows: 1: plan/requirements: this is the first phase of the development cycle. The requirement is analyzed, the product ... product. This requires 16% to 34% of normal effort and 18% to 34% of the development time.
Description : The model that assumes that effort and development time are functions of product size alone is (A) Basic COCOMO model (B) Intermediate COCOMO model (C) Detailed COCOMO model (D) All the three COCOMO models
Last Answer : (A) Basic COCOMO model
Description : Boehm suggests an approach that addresses project objectives, milestones and schedules, responsibilities, management and technical approaches and required resources, This principle is called as . a. W3HH principle b. WHO principle c. W5HH principle d. None of the above.
Last Answer : c. W5HH principle
Description : Feasibility analysis is the first stage in the process of project development. (True/False)
Last Answer : Ans. True
Description : Requirements Management is a prerequisite for Quality-Oriented Development. a) True b) False
Last Answer : a) True
Description : Compare the basic COCOMO model with the detailed COCOMO model .
Last Answer : Ans. COCOMO consists of a hierarchy of three increasingly detailed and accurate forms. Basic COCOMO - is a static single-valued model that computes software development effort (and cost) as a ... cost driver's impact on each step (analysis, design, etc.) of the software engineering process.
Description : A COCOMO model is (A) Common Cost Estimation Model. (B) Constructive Cost Estimation Model. (C) Complete Cost Estimation Model. (D) Comprehensive Cost Estimation Model.
Last Answer : (B) Constructive Cost Estimation Model.
Description : COCOMO stands for (A) COmposite COst MOdel (B) COnstructive COst MOdel (C) COnstructive COmposite MOdel (D) COmprehensive COnstruction MOdel
Last Answer : (B) COnstructive COst MOdel Explanation: The Constructive Cost Model (COCOMO) is an algorithmic software cost estimation model.
Description : Problems with using Lines of Code to measure the size of a product include(s) a) The creation of source code is only part of the development effort b) The Lines of Code (LOC) will differ between ... The final size (kLOC) can only be determined once the product is delivered e) All of the above.
Last Answer : e) All of the above.
Description : The entire process of a project may be considered to be made upon a number of sub- processes placed in different stages called the Work Breakdown Structure. (True/False)
Description : The advantage of following the IEEE Standard for drawing up a Project Management Plan (SPMP) - see IEEE Standard 1059.1 1987 - is a) It is drawn up by representatives from major ... each organisation for a particular applicationarea, development team or technique. e) All of the above.
Description : Which of the following items should not be included in the project management plan? a) The techniques and case tools to be used b) Detailed schedules, budgets and resource ... development organisation, project responsibilities, managerial objectives and priorities e) None of the above.
Last Answer : c) The life cycle model to be used
Description : All of the following are true regarding the Qualitative Risk Analysis process except which one? A. Probability and impact and expert interview are used to help correct biases that occur in the data ... of this process used to determine which risks need near-term response plans.
Last Answer : C. Qualitative Risk Analysis is an easy method of determining risk probability and impact that usually takes a good deal of time to perform.
Description : Algorithmic cost estimation in different organisations may be different for the same application development, because a) Different organisations consider complexity factors differently b) Different organisations may use ... measurement of productivity may vary e) All of the above may be true.
Last Answer : e) All of the above may be true.
Description : WBS is produced by identifying the key elements, breaking each element down into component parts and continuing to breakdown until manageable work packages have been identified. (True/False)
Description : . An independent relationship must exist between the attribute that can be measured and the external quality attribute. a) True b) False
Last Answer : b) False
Description : Project managers have to assess the risks that may affect a project. a) True b) False
Description : We can accurately estimate lines of code from the problem specification. A. True B. False C. NA D. NA
Last Answer : B. False
Description : "Larger code size doesnot necessarily mean better quality or higher efficiency." A. True B. False C. NA D. NA
Last Answer : A. True
Description : An independent relationship must exist between the attribute that can be measured and the external quality attribute. a) True b) False
Description : Withdrawal may be the most effective way to settle conflicts. (True/False)
Description : In the method of problem-solving, a committee is set up to find a solution. (True/False)
Description : The smoothing method reduces the scale of conflict by making differences seem less important. (True/False)
Description : The Project Leader is the person responsible for the overall project. (True/False)
Description : Project leader role will require an individual with strong management skills. (True/False)
Last Answer : ns. True
Description : . A project leader or manager is expected to be completely accountable for his team members and meeting the team’s targets. (True/False)
Description : The purpose of project planning is to identify various areas of the project work and the influencing factors, and subsequently define the boundaries of the project performance. (True/False)
Description : Other reported advantages include a sharper orientation toward results, better interdepartmental coordination, and higher worker morale. (True/False
Description : The players in project management are the individuals and the organisations. (True/False)
Description : The planning and scoping should be such that the project manager can assess every stage of the project and the quality of the deliverable of the project at every stage. (True/False)
Description : Good plans always do not allow for flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances. (True/False)
Last Answer : Ans. False
Description : The technical feasibility aspect of a project relates to the earning capacity of the project. (True/False)
Description : The purpose of the analysis is to examine the desirability of investing in pre-investment studies. (True/False)
Description : The project manager works with the project sponsor to identify the necessary resources and team members needed to further develop the key project parameters – Cost, Scope, Schedule, and Quality (CSSQ). (True/False)
Description : The function of project initiation is to describe all the parameters of a project and establish the suitable project management and excellence environment necessary to complete the project. (True/False)
Description : Scope, cost, and schedule are some of the parameters used for project negotiation. (True/False)
Description : Project management provides the project managers and team members with the principles they require to effectively meet the needs of the customer. (True/False)
Description : The system of monitoring and control is more effective when, along with the time- frame, there is the linkage between the physical work to be performed in each activity and the financial expenditure to be incurred. (True/False)
Description : The most important problem faced in the implementation phase of a project is a delay in execution. (True/False)
Description : Project closure involves releasing the final product to the customer, handing over the project documentation, manuals, source code, and network layouts. (True/False)
Description : Project management is a rationally planned and organised effort to achieve a specific goal. (True/False)