- UNIT-I
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Unit-1 MCQ's
-Refinement and review
Unit-2 MCQ's
Software Engineering Unit-III MCQ
Part -1
1-10: Basics of Software Specification Refinement
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What is the purpose of refining a software specification?
a) To add unnecessary complexity
b) To improve clarity and remove ambiguities
c) To eliminate system documentation
d) To increase the development time
Answer: b) To improve clarity and remove ambiguities
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Which of the following is a key aspect of software specification refinement?
a) Code compilation
b) Requirement validation and detailing
c) Removing all use cases
d) Ignoring stakeholder feedback
Answer: b) Requirement validation and detailing
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Which phase of software development benefits the most from refined software specifications?
a) Testing phase
b) Deployment phase
c) Design phase
d) Maintenance phase
Answer: c) Design phase
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What is an essential characteristic of a well-refined software specification?
a) It contains vague requirements
b) It is unstructured
c) It is clear, concise, and testable
d) It excludes user input
Answer: c) It is clear, concise, and testable
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What is a primary input for refining software specifications?
a) User feedback and business needs
b) Source code
c) Network configurations
d) Hardware components
Answer: a) User feedback and business needs
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What type of software model helps refine specifications?
a) Prototyping
b) Waterfall Model
c) Spiral Model
d) Agile Development
Answer: a) Prototyping
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Which of the following is NOT an effective way to refine software specifications?
a) Reviewing requirements with stakeholders
b) Conducting feasibility studies
c) Skipping documentation updates
d) Developing prototypes
Answer: c) Skipping documentation updates
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Which document is most affected by specification refinement?
a) Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
b) Source Code Repository
c) Network Configuration Manual
d) Marketing Strategy Plan
Answer: a) Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
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Which method is commonly used to identify inconsistencies in software specifications?
a) Requirement Traceability Matrix
b) Unit Testing
c) Code Debugging
d) Database Normalization
Answer: a) Requirement Traceability Matrix
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What is a key benefit of refining software specifications?
a) Reducing misunderstandings between stakeholders
b) Increasing project complexity
c) Removing the need for testing
d) Eliminating requirement gathering
Answer: a) Reducing misunderstandings between stakeholders
What is the purpose of refining a software specification?
a) To add unnecessary complexity
b) To improve clarity and remove ambiguities
c) To eliminate system documentation
d) To increase the development time
Answer: b) To improve clarity and remove ambiguities
Which of the following is a key aspect of software specification refinement?
a) Code compilation
b) Requirement validation and detailing
c) Removing all use cases
d) Ignoring stakeholder feedback
Answer: b) Requirement validation and detailing
Which phase of software development benefits the most from refined software specifications?
a) Testing phase
b) Deployment phase
c) Design phase
d) Maintenance phase
Answer: c) Design phase
What is an essential characteristic of a well-refined software specification?
a) It contains vague requirements
b) It is unstructured
c) It is clear, concise, and testable
d) It excludes user input
Answer: c) It is clear, concise, and testable
What is a primary input for refining software specifications?
a) User feedback and business needs
b) Source code
c) Network configurations
d) Hardware components
Answer: a) User feedback and business needs
What type of software model helps refine specifications?
a) Prototyping
b) Waterfall Model
c) Spiral Model
d) Agile Development
Answer: a) Prototyping
Which of the following is NOT an effective way to refine software specifications?
a) Reviewing requirements with stakeholders
b) Conducting feasibility studies
c) Skipping documentation updates
d) Developing prototypes
Answer: c) Skipping documentation updates
Which document is most affected by specification refinement?
a) Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
b) Source Code Repository
c) Network Configuration Manual
d) Marketing Strategy Plan
Answer: a) Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
Which method is commonly used to identify inconsistencies in software specifications?
a) Requirement Traceability Matrix
b) Unit Testing
c) Code Debugging
d) Database Normalization
Answer: a) Requirement Traceability Matrix
What is a key benefit of refining software specifications?
a) Reducing misunderstandings between stakeholders
b) Increasing project complexity
c) Removing the need for testing
d) Eliminating requirement gathering
Answer: a) Reducing misunderstandings between stakeholders
11-20: Techniques and Best Practices in Specification Refinement
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Which technique is used to refine unclear software requirements?
a) User Story Mapping
b) Performance Testing
c) Debugging
d) Data Encryption
Answer: a) User Story Mapping
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Which model helps in refining specifications through iterative feedback?
a) Agile Model
b) Big Bang Model
c) Waterfall Model
d) V-Model
Answer: a) Agile Model
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Which approach helps in refining non-functional requirements?
a) Performance Benchmarking
b) Object-Oriented Analysis
c) Syntax Checking
d) Code Refactoring
Answer: a) Performance Benchmarking
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What is the purpose of requirement prioritization in specification refinement?
a) To focus on high-impact features first
b) To eliminate security constraints
c) To delay requirement gathering
d) To increase documentation load
Answer: a) To focus on high-impact features first
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Which review method helps refine software specifications before implementation?
a) Requirements Walkthrough
b) Regression Testing
c) Memory Profiling
d) Load Balancing
Answer: a) Requirements Walkthrough
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Which of the following is a key output of software specification refinement?
a) A well-defined Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
b) A completed source code file
c) A final marketing report
d) A detailed system error log
Answer: a) A well-defined Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
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What is the best method for refining complex software requirements?
a) Decomposing them into smaller, manageable units
b) Ignoring the complexity
c) Increasing the number of vague requirements
d) Removing all constraints
Answer: a) Decomposing them into smaller, manageable units
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Which tool is used to refine software requirements through collaboration?
a) JIRA
b) Task Manager
c) Antivirus Software
d) Network Analyzer
Answer: a) JIRA
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Which of the following contributes to refining software specifications?
a) Clear acceptance criteria
b) Delayed stakeholder involvement
c) Skipping requirement verification
d) Ignoring system constraints
Answer: a) Clear acceptance criteria
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Which aspect of software development is improved by well-refined specifications?
a) Software maintainability and scalability
b) Increased system downtime
c) Higher storage requirements
d) Poor test case design
Answer: a) Software maintainability and scalability
Which technique is used to refine unclear software requirements?
a) User Story Mapping
b) Performance Testing
c) Debugging
d) Data Encryption
Answer: a) User Story Mapping
Which model helps in refining specifications through iterative feedback?
a) Agile Model
b) Big Bang Model
c) Waterfall Model
d) V-Model
Answer: a) Agile Model
Which approach helps in refining non-functional requirements?
a) Performance Benchmarking
b) Object-Oriented Analysis
c) Syntax Checking
d) Code Refactoring
Answer: a) Performance Benchmarking
What is the purpose of requirement prioritization in specification refinement?
a) To focus on high-impact features first
b) To eliminate security constraints
c) To delay requirement gathering
d) To increase documentation load
Answer: a) To focus on high-impact features first
Which review method helps refine software specifications before implementation?
a) Requirements Walkthrough
b) Regression Testing
c) Memory Profiling
d) Load Balancing
Answer: a) Requirements Walkthrough
Which of the following is a key output of software specification refinement?
a) A well-defined Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
b) A completed source code file
c) A final marketing report
d) A detailed system error log
Answer: a) A well-defined Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
What is the best method for refining complex software requirements?
a) Decomposing them into smaller, manageable units
b) Ignoring the complexity
c) Increasing the number of vague requirements
d) Removing all constraints
Answer: a) Decomposing them into smaller, manageable units
Which tool is used to refine software requirements through collaboration?
a) JIRA
b) Task Manager
c) Antivirus Software
d) Network Analyzer
Answer: a) JIRA
Which of the following contributes to refining software specifications?
a) Clear acceptance criteria
b) Delayed stakeholder involvement
c) Skipping requirement verification
d) Ignoring system constraints
Answer: a) Clear acceptance criteria
Which aspect of software development is improved by well-refined specifications?
a) Software maintainability and scalability
b) Increased system downtime
c) Higher storage requirements
d) Poor test case design
Answer: a) Software maintainability and scalability
21-30: Challenges and Solutions in Software Specification Refinement
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Which challenge is commonly faced in software specification refinement?
a) Changing business requirements
b) Code compilation errors
c) Network speed issues
d) Database backup failures
Answer: a) Changing business requirements -
How can software specification refinement reduce project risks?
a) By identifying gaps early in the development lifecycle
b) By increasing the project scope
c) By eliminating user feedback
d) By ignoring functional requirements
Answer: a) By identifying gaps early in the development lifecycle -
What is the impact of unrefined software specifications on development?
a) Increased rework and cost
b) Faster delivery
c) Reduced need for testing
d) Enhanced system security
Answer: a) Increased rework and cost -
Which of the following is a common mistake in software specification refinement?
a) Not involving end-users in the process
b) Conducting multiple review cycles
c) Using prototyping for unclear requirements
d) Prioritizing functional and non-functional requirements
Answer: a) Not involving end-users in the process -
What is a consequence of poorly refined software specifications?
a) Increased defects and development time
b) Enhanced software security
c) Improved system reliability
d) Efficient project budgeting
Answer: a) Increased defects and development time -
Why is stakeholder feedback important in refining software specifications?
a) It ensures alignment with business needs
b) It slows down the development process
c) It increases project cost
d) It reduces testing requirements
Answer: a) It ensures alignment with business needs -
Which tool helps in tracking changes to software specifications?
a) Version Control System (e.g., Git)
b) CPU Monitor
c) Virus Scanner
d) Command Prompt
Answer: a) Version Control System (e.g., Git) -
What is the first step in refining a software specification?
a) Identifying ambiguous and incomplete requirements
b) Writing the final source code
c) Skipping stakeholder meetings
d) Removing all constraints
Answer: a) Identifying ambiguous and incomplete requirements -
What is a refinement technique used in Agile methodology?
a) Backlog Grooming
b) Memory Leak Detection
c) Code Compilation
d) Network Optimization
Answer: a) Backlog Grooming -
Refining software specifications helps improve which phase of SDLC the most?
a) Design
b) Coding
c) Testing
d) Deployment
Answer: a) Design
1-10: Fundamentals of Data Design in Software Engineering
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Which of the following is a fundamental concept in data design?
a) Data abstraction
b) User interface design
c) Algorithm complexity
d) Marketing strategy
Answer: a) Data abstraction
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What is the purpose of data modeling in software engineering?
a) To create UI designs
b) To organize and structure data efficiently
c) To increase system complexity
d) To write test cases
Answer: b) To organize and structure data efficiently
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Which type of data model represents data in the form of tables?
a) Object-oriented model
b) Relational model
c) Hierarchical model
d) Network model
Answer: b) Relational model
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What is an entity in data design?
a) A function in a program
b) A physical or conceptual object represented in a database
c) A programming variable
d) A type of UI component
Answer: b) A physical or conceptual object represented in a database
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Which normal form removes partial dependency in a relational database?
a) First Normal Form (1NF)
b) Second Normal Form (2NF)
c) Third Normal Form (3NF)
d) Boyce-Codd Normal Form (BCNF)
Answer: b) Second Normal Form (2NF)
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of normalization in databases?
a) Reducing redundancy
b) Improving data integrity
c) Increasing data inconsistency
d) Avoiding data anomalies
Answer: c) Increasing data inconsistency
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Which key uniquely identifies a record in a database table?
a) Primary key
b) Foreign key
c) Composite key
d) Candidate key
Answer: a) Primary key
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What is the role of a foreign key in relational databases?
a) Uniquely identifies a record in a table
b) Creates redundancy in the database
c) Establishes a relationship between tables
d) Stores encrypted data
Answer: c) Establishes a relationship between tables
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What is data redundancy in database design?
a) Storing duplicate data unnecessarily
b) Ensuring unique data storage
c) Using complex queries
d) Reducing database size
Answer: a) Storing duplicate data unnecessarily
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Which database property ensures that only valid data is stored?
a) Data redundancy
b) Data integrity
c) Data inconsistency
d) Data replication
Answer: b) Data integrity
Which of the following is a fundamental concept in data design?
a) Data abstraction
b) User interface design
c) Algorithm complexity
d) Marketing strategy
Answer: a) Data abstraction
What is the purpose of data modeling in software engineering?
a) To create UI designs
b) To organize and structure data efficiently
c) To increase system complexity
d) To write test cases
Answer: b) To organize and structure data efficiently
Which type of data model represents data in the form of tables?
a) Object-oriented model
b) Relational model
c) Hierarchical model
d) Network model
Answer: b) Relational model
What is an entity in data design?
a) A function in a program
b) A physical or conceptual object represented in a database
c) A programming variable
d) A type of UI component
Answer: b) A physical or conceptual object represented in a database
Which normal form removes partial dependency in a relational database?
a) First Normal Form (1NF)
b) Second Normal Form (2NF)
c) Third Normal Form (3NF)
d) Boyce-Codd Normal Form (BCNF)
Answer: b) Second Normal Form (2NF)
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of normalization in databases?
a) Reducing redundancy
b) Improving data integrity
c) Increasing data inconsistency
d) Avoiding data anomalies
Answer: c) Increasing data inconsistency
Which key uniquely identifies a record in a database table?
a) Primary key
b) Foreign key
c) Composite key
d) Candidate key
Answer: a) Primary key
What is the role of a foreign key in relational databases?
a) Uniquely identifies a record in a table
b) Creates redundancy in the database
c) Establishes a relationship between tables
d) Stores encrypted data
Answer: c) Establishes a relationship between tables
What is data redundancy in database design?
a) Storing duplicate data unnecessarily
b) Ensuring unique data storage
c) Using complex queries
d) Reducing database size
Answer: a) Storing duplicate data unnecessarily
Which database property ensures that only valid data is stored?
a) Data redundancy
b) Data integrity
c) Data inconsistency
d) Data replication
Answer: b) Data integrity
11-20: Software Engineering Principles in Data Design
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Which software engineering principle is applied in database normalization?
a) Abstraction
b) Encapsulation
c) Modularity
d) Reducing redundancy
Answer: d) Reducing redundancy
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Which of the following is a major factor in designing data structures for software applications?
a) Data security
b) Code readability
c) UI aesthetics
d) Testing strategies
Answer: a) Data security
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Which of the following is an example of an aggregate function in databases?
a) SELECT
b) COUNT
c) INSERT
d) DELETE
Answer: b) COUNT
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In software engineering, what does CRUD stand for in data operations?
a) Create, Read, Update, Delete
b) Compile, Run, Upload, Debug
c) Configure, Retrieve, Use, Deploy
d) Code, Refactor, Update, Design
Answer: a) Create, Read, Update, Delete
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Which term refers to a high-level representation of database structure?
a) Algorithm
b) Schema
c) Interface
d) Protocol
Answer: b) Schema
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Which type of relationship exists in an ER model when one entity is related to many others?
a) One-to-One
b) One-to-Many
c) Many-to-Many
d) Recursive
Answer: b) One-to-Many
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Which technique is used to improve database performance?
a) Indexing
b) Normalization
c) Data abstraction
d) Query optimization
Answer: a) Indexing
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Which data structure is best suited for implementing a hierarchical database model?
a) Array
b) Stack
c) Tree
d) Queue
Answer: c) Tree
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What is the primary role of an index in a database?
a) To store data permanently
b) To improve query performance
c) To ensure data security
d) To normalize tables
Answer: b) To improve query performance
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Which of the following is NOT a fundamental data design concept?
a) Data abstraction
b) Data redundancy
c) Data inconsistency
d) Data modeling
Answer: c) Data inconsistency
Which software engineering principle is applied in database normalization?
a) Abstraction
b) Encapsulation
c) Modularity
d) Reducing redundancy
Answer: d) Reducing redundancy
Which of the following is a major factor in designing data structures for software applications?
a) Data security
b) Code readability
c) UI aesthetics
d) Testing strategies
Answer: a) Data security
Which of the following is an example of an aggregate function in databases?
a) SELECT
b) COUNT
c) INSERT
d) DELETE
Answer: b) COUNT
In software engineering, what does CRUD stand for in data operations?
a) Create, Read, Update, Delete
b) Compile, Run, Upload, Debug
c) Configure, Retrieve, Use, Deploy
d) Code, Refactor, Update, Design
Answer: a) Create, Read, Update, Delete
Which term refers to a high-level representation of database structure?
a) Algorithm
b) Schema
c) Interface
d) Protocol
Answer: b) Schema
Which type of relationship exists in an ER model when one entity is related to many others?
a) One-to-One
b) One-to-Many
c) Many-to-Many
d) Recursive
Answer: b) One-to-Many
Which technique is used to improve database performance?
a) Indexing
b) Normalization
c) Data abstraction
d) Query optimization
Answer: a) Indexing
Which data structure is best suited for implementing a hierarchical database model?
a) Array
b) Stack
c) Tree
d) Queue
Answer: c) Tree
What is the primary role of an index in a database?
a) To store data permanently
b) To improve query performance
c) To ensure data security
d) To normalize tables
Answer: b) To improve query performance
Which of the following is NOT a fundamental data design concept?
a) Data abstraction
b) Data redundancy
c) Data inconsistency
d) Data modeling
Answer: c) Data inconsistency
21-30: Advanced Topics in Data Design for Software Engineering
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What is denormalization in database design?
a) Applying extra normalization rules
b) Reducing joins by merging tables
c) Removing constraints on data integrity
d) Increasing redundancy for no reason
Answer: b) Reducing joins by merging tables
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Which data structure is commonly used for implementing a database index?
a) Linked list
b) Binary search tree
c) Hash table
d) B-tree
Answer: d) B-tree
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Which term describes ensuring data accuracy and consistency across different database tables?
a) Data redundancy
b) Data integrity
c) Data compression
d) Data corruption
Answer: b) Data integrity
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What is an advantage of using a NoSQL database over a relational database?
a) Fixed schema
b) Better performance for unstructured data
c) More complicated queries
d) Less scalability
Answer: b) Better performance for unstructured data
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What is the main disadvantage of database denormalization?
a) Increased data redundancy
b) Better query performance
c) Simpler database design
d) Reduced storage requirements
Answer: a) Increased data redundancy
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Which process ensures that database changes are recorded securely?
a) Data modeling
b) Transaction logging
c) Query optimization
d) Indexing
Answer: b) Transaction logging
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Which of the following best describes a distributed database?
a) A database that stores redundant data
b) A database stored on multiple physical locations
c) A database limited to one physical server
d) A database optimized for small applications
Answer: b) A database stored on multiple physical locations
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Which of the following is an advantage of using stored procedures?
a) Slower execution speed
b) Improved security and performance
c) Increased data redundancy
d) Harder debugging process
Answer: b) Improved security and performance
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Which term describes the process of dividing large databases into smaller, manageable parts?
a) Normalization
b) Sharding
c) Clustering
d) Indexing
Answer: b) Sharding
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What is a data warehouse used for?
a) Real-time transaction processing
b) Storing large volumes of historical data for analysis
c) Managing simple databases
d) Executing high-speed transactions
Answer: b) Storing large volumes of historical data for analysis
Part -3Which of the following best describes software architecture?a) The detailed design of individual modulesb) The high-level structure of a software system, defining its components and their interactionsc) The process of coding and debuggingd) The user interface design of a software applicationAnswer: b
In software design, what does the term "modularity" refer to?a) The degree to which a system's components may be separated and recombinedb) The use of modules to increase code redundancyc) The process of integrating all components into a single unitd) The application of modular arithmetic in algorithmsAnswer: a
Which design principle emphasizes that a class should have only one reason to change?a) Open/Closed Principleb) Liskov Substitution Principlec) Single Responsibility Principled) Dependency Inversion PrincipleAnswer: c
What is the primary goal of procedural design in software engineering?a) To define the high-level structure of the systemb) To detail the sequence of operations in a module or functionc) To establish the physical deployment of software componentsd) To create user interface layoutsAnswer: b
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-designed module?a) High cohesionb) Low couplingc) High complexityd) Clear responsibilityAnswer: c
In object-oriented design, what does encapsulation refer to?a) The inheritance of properties from parent classesb) The bundling of data and methods that operate on that data into a single unitc) The ability of different classes to be treated as instances of the same class through a common interfaced) The process of designing the user interfaceAnswer: b
Which UML diagram is primarily used to represent the static structure of a system?a) Sequence diagramb) Activity diagramc) Class diagramd) State diagramAnswer: c
What is the purpose of a sequence diagram in UML?a) To model the dynamic behavior of a single objectb) To show the interaction between objects over timec) To represent the physical deployment of artifactsd) To define the internal structure of a classAnswer: b
Which of the following is an advantage of using design patterns in software development?a) They provide ready-to-use code snippets for all programming problemsb) They offer standardized solutions to common design problemsc) They eliminate the need for testing and debuggingd) They enforce a strict coding style across all projectsAnswer: b
In the context of software architecture, what is a "layered architecture" style?a) An architecture where components are organized into horizontal layers, each with specific responsibilitiesb) An architecture that uses multiple databases for data storagec) An architecture that integrates third-party services at various levelsd) An architecture that focuses on real-time data processingAnswer: a
Which design pattern provides an interface for creating families of related or dependent objects without specifying their concrete classes?a) Singletonb) Factory Methodc) Abstract Factoryd) BuilderAnswer: c
In object-oriented design, what is polymorphism?a) The ability of different classes to be treated as instances of the same class through a common interfaceb) The process of hiding the internal implementation details of a classc) The mechanism by which one class acquires the properties of another classd) The organization of classes into a hierarchyAnswer: a
Which design pattern ensures that a class has only one instance and provides a global point of access to it?a) Prototypeb) Singletonc) Observerd) MediatorAnswer: b
What is the primary purpose of the Adapter design pattern?a) To allow an object to alter its behavior when its internal state changesb) To provide a surrogate or placeholder for another objectc) To convert the interface of a class into another interface that clients expectd) To define a family of algorithms and make them interchangeableAnswer: c
In the context of object-oriented design, what does the term "inheritance" refer to?a) The ability of a class to derive properties and behaviors from another classb) The process of hiding the implementation details of a classc) The ability to define multiple methods with the same name but different implementationsd) The act of creating a new instance of a classAnswer: a
Which design pattern is used to define a one-to-many dependency between objects so that when one object changes state, all its dependents are notified and updated automatically?a) Strategyb) Observerc) Commandd) MementoAnswer: b
What is the main advantage of using the Builder design pattern?a) It allows for the creation of complex objects step by stepb) It ensures that a class has only one instancec) It provides a way to access the elements of an aggregate object sequentiallyd) It defines a family of algorithms and makes them interchangeableAnswer: a
Which of the following is NOT a common software architecture pattern?a) Model-View-Controller (MVC)b) Microservicesc) Singletond) Layered ArchitectureAnswer: c
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Factory design pattern?a) To create objects without specifying their concrete classesb) To allow objects to communicate without knowing each other's structurec) To enforce a single instance of a classd) To provide a simplified interface to a larger body of codeAnswer: a
What is the main goal of software blueprint methodology?a) To provide a clear and structured approach to software designb) To focus only on coding practicesc) To eliminate the need for documentationd) To reduce user involvement in software designAnswer: a
In object-oriented design, which principle states that subclasses should be substitutable for their base classes?a) Open/Closed Principleb) Liskov Substitution Principlec) Interface Segregation Principled) Single Responsibility PrincipleAnswer: b
Which of the following design patterns is used to provide a simplified interface to a complex subsystem?a) Facadeb) Adapterc) Bridged) MediatorAnswer: aWhat is the main goal of software blueprint methodology?
a) To provide a clear and structured approach to software design
b) To focus only on coding practices
c) To eliminate the need for documentation
d) To reduce user involvement in software design
Answer: a) To provide a clear and structured approach to software design
In object-oriented design, which principle states that subclasses should be substitutable for their base classes?
a) Open/Closed Principle
b) Liskov Substitution Principle
c) Interface Segregation Principle
d) Single Responsibility Principle
Answer: b) Liskov Substitution Principle
Which of the following design patterns is used to provide a simplified interface to a complex subsystem?
a) Facade
b) Adapter
c) Bridge
d) Mediator
Answer: a) Facade
Which design pattern allows an object to behave differently based on its internal state?
a) State Pattern
b) Observer Pattern
c) Singleton Pattern
d) Factory Pattern
Answer: a) State Pattern
What is the primary benefit of using microservices architecture?
a) It reduces application security
b) It allows independent development and deployment of small services
c) It enforces strict centralized control
d) It increases monolithic system complexity
Answer: b) It allows independent development and deployment of small services
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of object-oriented design?
a) Code reuse through inheritance
b) High coupling between components
c) Encapsulation for better data security
d) Improved maintainability and flexibility
Answer: b) High coupling between components
Which pattern is used to encapsulate a request as an object, allowing parameterization of clients with different requests?
a) Strategy Pattern
b) Command Pattern
c) Chain of Responsibility Pattern
d) Observer Pattern
Answer: b) Command Pattern
Which software architectural style organizes services into independently deployable units communicating via APIs?
a) Monolithic Architecture
b) Microservices Architecture
c) Client-Server Architecture
d) Layered Architecture
Answer: b) Microservices Architecture
Part -4
What is denormalization in database design?
a) Applying extra normalization rules
b) Reducing joins by merging tables
c) Removing constraints on data integrity
d) Increasing redundancy for no reason
Answer: b) Reducing joins by merging tables
Which data structure is commonly used for implementing a database index?
a) Linked list
b) Binary search tree
c) Hash table
d) B-tree
Answer: d) B-tree
Which term describes ensuring data accuracy and consistency across different database tables?
a) Data redundancy
b) Data integrity
c) Data compression
d) Data corruption
Answer: b) Data integrity
What is an advantage of using a NoSQL database over a relational database?
a) Fixed schema
b) Better performance for unstructured data
c) More complicated queries
d) Less scalability
Answer: b) Better performance for unstructured data
What is the main disadvantage of database denormalization?
a) Increased data redundancy
b) Better query performance
c) Simpler database design
d) Reduced storage requirements
Answer: a) Increased data redundancy
Which process ensures that database changes are recorded securely?
a) Data modeling
b) Transaction logging
c) Query optimization
d) Indexing
Answer: b) Transaction logging
Which of the following best describes a distributed database?
a) A database that stores redundant data
b) A database stored on multiple physical locations
c) A database limited to one physical server
d) A database optimized for small applications
Answer: b) A database stored on multiple physical locations
Which of the following is an advantage of using stored procedures?
a) Slower execution speed
b) Improved security and performance
c) Increased data redundancy
d) Harder debugging process
Answer: b) Improved security and performance
Which term describes the process of dividing large databases into smaller, manageable parts?
a) Normalization
b) Sharding
c) Clustering
d) Indexing
Answer: b) Sharding
What is a data warehouse used for?
a) Real-time transaction processing
b) Storing large volumes of historical data for analysis
c) Managing simple databases
d) Executing high-speed transactions
Answer: b) Storing large volumes of historical data for analysis
What is the main goal of software blueprint methodology?
a) To provide a clear and structured approach to software design
b) To focus only on coding practices
c) To eliminate the need for documentation
d) To reduce user involvement in software design
Answer: a) To provide a clear and structured approach to software design
In object-oriented design, which principle states that subclasses should be substitutable for their base classes?
a) Open/Closed Principleb) Liskov Substitution Principle
c) Interface Segregation Principle
d) Single Responsibility Principle
Answer: b) Liskov Substitution Principle
a) Facade
b) Adapter
c) Bridge
d) Mediator
Answer: a) Facade
a) State Pattern
b) Observer Pattern
c) Singleton Pattern
d) Factory Pattern
Answer: a) State Pattern
a) It reduces application security
b) It allows independent development and deployment of small services
c) It enforces strict centralized control
d) It increases monolithic system complexity
Answer: b) It allows independent development and deployment of small services
a) Code reuse through inheritance
b) High coupling between components
c) Encapsulation for better data security
d) Improved maintainability and flexibility
Answer: b) High coupling between components
a) Strategy Pattern
b) Command Pattern
c) Chain of Responsibility Pattern
d) Observer Pattern
Answer: b) Command Pattern
a) Monolithic Architecture
b) Microservices Architecture
c) Client-Server Architecture
d) Layered Architecture
Answer: b) Microservices Architecture
Creating a Design Document - MCQs
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What is the main objective of a software design document?
a) To guide developers in implementing the system
b) To define business objectives
c) To replace coding and testing phases
d) To serve as a marketing strategy document
✅ Answer: a) To guide developers in implementing the system
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Which of the following is a key component of a high-level design document?
a) Detailed function implementations
b) Code snippets
c) System architecture and module interactions
d) Deployment logs
✅ Answer: c) System architecture and module interactions
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Which document is typically created before the design document?
a) Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
b) Test Plan Document
c) User Manual
d) System Deployment Document
✅ Answer: a) Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
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What is the main focus of low-level design documentation?
a) User interface design
b) System-level architecture
c) Module-level logic, data structures, and function details
d) Business model development
✅ Answer: c) Module-level logic, data structures, and function details
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In which phase of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is the design document created?
a) Requirement Analysis
b) Design
c) Testing
d) Deployment
✅ Answer: b) Design
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Which of the following best describes modularity in a design document?
a) Integrating all components into a single unit
b) Breaking down the system into independent, interchangeable modules
c) Using external dependencies to reduce coding efforts
d) Rewriting code for every new functionality
✅ Answer: b) Breaking down the system into independent, interchangeable modules
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What role does a class diagram play in a design document?
a) It defines the system’s network topology
b) It visually represents object relationships in object-oriented design
c) It maps database schemas
d) It outlines project schedules
✅ Answer: b) It visually represents object relationships in object-oriented design
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What is the primary benefit of including a sequence diagram in a design document?
a) It defines database normalization
b) It provides step-by-step interaction between system components
c) It specifies the software licensing terms
d) It replaces unit testing
✅ Answer: b) It provides step-by-step interaction between system components
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Which of the following is NOT a common component of a design document?
a) System architecture
b) Deployment strategies
c) Marketing strategies
d) Data flow diagrams
✅ Answer: c) Marketing strategies
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What is the main purpose of a Data Flow Diagram (DFD) in a design document?
a) To track project budget allocation
b) To represent how data moves through the system
c) To display graphical UI elements
d) To define the software licensing model
✅ Answer: b) To represent how data moves through the system
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Which principle ensures that a software module should have only one reason to change?
a) Open/Closed Principle
b) Single Responsibility Principle
c) Dependency Inversion Principle
d) Liskov Substitution Principle
✅ Answer: b) Single Responsibility Principle
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Which design pattern is most suitable for providing a simplified interface to a complex subsystem?
a) Adapter
b) Facade
c) Observer
d) Prototype
✅ Answer: b) Facade
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In object-oriented design, which term refers to hiding implementation details while exposing only necessary functionality?
a) Polymorphism
b) Encapsulation
c) Inheritance
d) Coupling
✅ Answer: b) Encapsulation
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Why is traceability important in design documentation?
a) It helps in linking requirements, design, and implementation
b) It eliminates the need for project management
c) It ensures real-time system performance
d) It avoids code refactoring
✅ Answer: a) It helps in linking requirements, design, and implementation
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Which of the following is a major goal of software architectural design?
a) Ensuring source code is kept confidential
b) Defining system components and their interactions
c) Writing extensive unit test cases
d) Optimizing network performance
✅ Answer: b) Defining system components and their interactions
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Which diagram is used to represent physical deployment of software components?
a) Sequence Diagram
b) Deployment Diagram
c) Data Flow Diagram
d) Class Diagram
✅ Answer: b) Deployment Diagram
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What does the term "scalability" refer to in a design document?
a) The ability to handle increasing workload efficiently
b) The ease of debugging the code
c) The level of user satisfaction
d) The total number of developers working on a project
✅ Answer: a) The ability to handle increasing workload efficiently
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Which document provides a detailed explanation of database tables and relationships?
a) System Design Document
b) Entity-Relationship (ER) Diagram
c) User Manual
d) Test Plan Document
✅ Answer: b) Entity-Relationship (ER) Diagram
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Which of the following is a disadvantage of not having a proper design document?
a) Reduced need for documentation
b) Increased risk of software failure and maintainability issues
c) Faster coding due to less planning
d) Higher marketing efficiency
✅ Answer: b) Increased risk of software failure and maintainability issues
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Why is a design review conducted before software implementation?
a) To ensure the design aligns with project requirements and standards
b) To eliminate the need for documentation updates
c) To allow developers to skip the coding phase
d) To finalize the marketing strategy
✅ Answer: a) To ensure the design aligns with project requirements and standards
What is the main objective of a software design document?
a) To guide developers in implementing the system
b) To define business objectives
c) To replace coding and testing phases
d) To serve as a marketing strategy document
✅ Answer: a) To guide developers in implementing the system
Which of the following is a key component of a high-level design document?
a) Detailed function implementations
b) Code snippets
c) System architecture and module interactions
d) Deployment logs
✅ Answer: c) System architecture and module interactions
Which document is typically created before the design document?
a) Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
b) Test Plan Document
c) User Manual
d) System Deployment Document
✅ Answer: a) Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
What is the main focus of low-level design documentation?
a) User interface design
b) System-level architecture
c) Module-level logic, data structures, and function details
d) Business model development
✅ Answer: c) Module-level logic, data structures, and function details
In which phase of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is the design document created?
a) Requirement Analysis
b) Design
c) Testing
d) Deployment
✅ Answer: b) Design
Which of the following best describes modularity in a design document?
a) Integrating all components into a single unit
b) Breaking down the system into independent, interchangeable modules
c) Using external dependencies to reduce coding efforts
d) Rewriting code for every new functionality
✅ Answer: b) Breaking down the system into independent, interchangeable modules
What role does a class diagram play in a design document?
a) It defines the system’s network topology
b) It visually represents object relationships in object-oriented design
c) It maps database schemas
d) It outlines project schedules
✅ Answer: b) It visually represents object relationships in object-oriented design
What is the primary benefit of including a sequence diagram in a design document?
a) It defines database normalization
b) It provides step-by-step interaction between system components
c) It specifies the software licensing terms
d) It replaces unit testing
✅ Answer: b) It provides step-by-step interaction between system components
Which of the following is NOT a common component of a design document?
a) System architecture
b) Deployment strategies
c) Marketing strategies
d) Data flow diagrams
✅ Answer: c) Marketing strategies
What is the main purpose of a Data Flow Diagram (DFD) in a design document?
a) To track project budget allocation
b) To represent how data moves through the system
c) To display graphical UI elements
d) To define the software licensing model
✅ Answer: b) To represent how data moves through the system
Which principle ensures that a software module should have only one reason to change?
a) Open/Closed Principle
b) Single Responsibility Principle
c) Dependency Inversion Principle
d) Liskov Substitution Principle
✅ Answer: b) Single Responsibility Principle
Which design pattern is most suitable for providing a simplified interface to a complex subsystem?
a) Adapter
b) Facade
c) Observer
d) Prototype
✅ Answer: b) Facade
In object-oriented design, which term refers to hiding implementation details while exposing only necessary functionality?
a) Polymorphism
b) Encapsulation
c) Inheritance
d) Coupling
✅ Answer: b) Encapsulation
Why is traceability important in design documentation?
a) It helps in linking requirements, design, and implementation
b) It eliminates the need for project management
c) It ensures real-time system performance
d) It avoids code refactoring
✅ Answer: a) It helps in linking requirements, design, and implementation
Which of the following is a major goal of software architectural design?
a) Ensuring source code is kept confidential
b) Defining system components and their interactions
c) Writing extensive unit test cases
d) Optimizing network performance
✅ Answer: b) Defining system components and their interactions
Which diagram is used to represent physical deployment of software components?
a) Sequence Diagram
b) Deployment Diagram
c) Data Flow Diagram
d) Class Diagram
✅ Answer: b) Deployment Diagram
What does the term "scalability" refer to in a design document?
a) The ability to handle increasing workload efficiently
b) The ease of debugging the code
c) The level of user satisfaction
d) The total number of developers working on a project
✅ Answer: a) The ability to handle increasing workload efficiently
Which document provides a detailed explanation of database tables and relationships?
a) System Design Document
b) Entity-Relationship (ER) Diagram
c) User Manual
d) Test Plan Document
✅ Answer: b) Entity-Relationship (ER) Diagram
Which of the following is a disadvantage of not having a proper design document?
a) Reduced need for documentation
b) Increased risk of software failure and maintainability issues
c) Faster coding due to less planning
d) Higher marketing efficiency
✅ Answer: b) Increased risk of software failure and maintainability issues
Why is a design review conducted before software implementation?
a) To ensure the design aligns with project requirements and standards
b) To eliminate the need for documentation updates
c) To allow developers to skip the coding phase
d) To finalize the marketing strategy
✅ Answer: a) To ensure the design aligns with project requirements and standards
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