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Dive deep into the fascinating world of Basics with our comprehensive set of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). This page is dedicated to exploring the fundamental concepts and intricacies of Basics, a crucial aspect of Software Engineering. In this section, you will encounter a diverse range of MCQs that cover various aspects of Basics, from the basic principles to advanced topics. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to challenge your knowledge and deepen your understanding of this critical subcategory within Software Engineering.

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Q261.
The reason for software bugs and failures is due to____________.

a.

Software Developers

b.

Software companies

c.

both a and b

d.

None of the above

Discuss
Answer: (c).both a and b
Q262.
What is the main focus of software engineering?

a.

Designing software systems

b.

Developing large software systems

c.

Testing software systems

d.

Maintaining software systems

Discuss
Answer: (b).Developing large software systems Explanation:
Q263.
What is the purpose of using the engineering metaphor in software engineering?

a.

To develop software systems that are easy to use

b.

To develop software systems that are visually pleasing

c.

To emphasize a systematic approach to develop systems that satisfy organizational requirements and constraints

d.

To develop software systems that are faster than others

Discuss
Answer: (c).To emphasize a systematic approach to develop systems that satisfy organizational requirements and constraints Explanation:
Q264.
When were the first computers built?

a.

1930s

b.

1950s

c.

1940s

d.

1960s

Discuss
Answer: (c).1940s Explanation:
Q265.
How were early computer programs different from current programs?

a.

They were smaller and written by one person

b.

They were larger and written by teams of developers

c.

They were written in different languages

d.

They were not used by experts in the application area concerned

Discuss
Answer: (a).They were smaller and written by one person Explanation:
Q266.
What was the main focus of problems to be solved in the early years of computerization?

a.

Technical problems

b.

Business problems

c.

Social problems

d.

Environmental problems

Discuss
Answer: (a).Technical problems Explanation:
Q267.
What was the typical input and output of early computer programs?

a.

Input was numerical data and output was visual representation

b.

Input was text data and output was numerical data

c.

Input was numerical data and output was also numerical data

d.

Input was visual data and output was text data

Discuss
Answer: (c).Input was numerical data and output was also numerical data Explanation:
Q268.
In the past, who mostly developed software?

a.

Independent software development companies

b.

Hardware vendors

c.

User groups

d.

Future users of the system

Discuss
Answer: (b).Hardware vendors Explanation:
Q269.
How are present-day programs different from those in the past?

a.

They are smaller and developed by single person

b.

They are larger and developed by teams that collaborate over periods spanning several years

c.

They are developed by experts in the application area

d.

They are developed by teams located in one place

Discuss
Answer: (b).They are larger and developed by teams that collaborate over periods spanning several years Explanation:
Q270.
What kind of problems were tackled by software development in the past?

a.

Technical problems

b.

Business problems

c.

Social problems

d.

Environmental problems

Discuss
Answer: (a).Technical problems Explanation:
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