Question 1

A potential for growth in capability that indicates both the richness of an organization's software process and the consistency with which it is applied in projects throughout the organization best defines
A)system maturity.
B)organizational maturity.
C)software process maturity.
D)business process maturity.

Accepted Answer

The potential for growth in capability that indicates both the richness of an organization's software process and the consistency with which it is applied in projects throughout the organization is known as software process maturity. Options A, B, and D are not specifically related to the software process, which is the focus of the question.

Question 2

The Six Sigma DMAIC phase that identifies the problem statement of a project is
A)measure.
B)define.
C)analyze.
D)investigate.

Accepted Answer

The "define" phase is where the problem statement is identified and clearly defined. This includes defining the problem, identifying the goals and objectives, and determining the scope of the project. The "measure" phase involves collecting data and establishing a baseline, the "analyze" phase involves analyzing the data to identify the root cause of the problem, and the "improve" and "control" phases involve implementing and controlling solutions, respectively.

Question 3

Continuous Improvement Management principles include each of the following except A)fact-based decision making. B)employee involvement. C)rapid engineering. D)strategic alliance.

Accepted Answer

Rapid engineering is not typically listed as a principle of Continuous Improvement Management, which focuses on incremental improvements, fact-based decision making, employee involvement, and sometimes strategic alliances to enhance processes and quality.

Question 4

The CMMI Level 3 objectives include
A)planning organization-level process development and improvement activities.
B)developing and maintaining a standard software process for the organization.
C)identifying all defects in software using CIM and Six Sigma and removing defects to improve quality.
D)all of the above.

Accepted Answer

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A)planning organization-level...

Question 5

CMM benefits include
A)allowing software organizations to focus on software process activities.
B)allowing software organizations to strategize how to evolve toward a culture of software engineering and management excellence.
C)providing guidance to organizations on how to gain control of their processes to develop and maintain software.
D)all of the above.

Accepted Answer

The Capability Maturity Model (CMM) benefits software organizations in various ways, including allowing them to focus on software process activities, strategize how to improve their software engineering and management practices, and gain control of their processes for software development and maintenance. Hence, all the options A, B, and C are correct answers.

Question 6

The conceptual phase of any system or just the software facet of a system best describes the SDLC
A)preliminary design phase.
B)analysis phase.
C)systems investigation phase.
D)launch phase.

Accepted Answer

The systems investigation phase is the conceptual phase where the feasibility and requirements of the system are explored.

Question 7

Six Sigma's problem solving methodology is called
A)DMAIC.
B)RAPID.
C)ENGAGE.
D)REVIVE.

Accepted Answer

DMAIC stands for Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control. It is the problem-solving methodology used in Six Sigma to improve processes, reduce defects, and enhance customer satisfaction. RAPID and ENGAGE are not Six Sigma problem-solving methodologies. REVIVE is not a recognized Six Sigma term or methodology.

Question 8

At which CMMI level are software processes documented,standardized,and integrated into a standard "to-be" practiced process for an organization?
A)Level 7
B)Level 0
C)Level 1
D)Level 3

Accepted Answer

Level 3, known as the Defined level, is where software processes are documented, standardized, and integrated into a standard to-be practiced process for an organization. At this level, the organization has achieved a higher maturity level in software development processes and has taken significant steps towards improving the consistency and quality of their software products.

Question 9

The final output of the analysis SDLC phase describes
A)how various processes will work with the proposed system or software.
B)how the system will interact with other systems.
C)how and what data,information,and knowledge are collected in the organization.
D)all of the above.

Accepted Answer

The final output of the analysis SDLC phase describes how various processes will work with the proposed system or software, how the system will interact with other systems, and how and what data, information, and knowledge are collected in the organization. Therefore, the best choice is D as it covers all the options mentioned in the question.

Question 10

A process improvement approach that is used to find and eliminate errors and defects,reduce cycle times,reduce cost,improve productivity,and meet customer expectations best defines
A)Join Application Design.
B)Rapid Application Development.
C)Object Oriented Analysis and Design.
D)Six Sigma.

Accepted Answer

Six Sigma is a process improvement approach that aims to reduce defects and errors, optimize processes, and improve overall quality. It uses statistical methods to identify and eliminate sources of variability and reduce waste, thereby streamlining processes, reducing cycle times, and lowering costs. It is focused on meeting and exceeding customer expectations through a data-driven approach to continuous improvement.

Question 11

A software company where software process is ad hoc and occasionally even chaotic is at the CMMI
A)Level 0.
B)Level 1.
C)Level 3.
D)Level 5.

Accepted Answer

At Level 1, the software process is characterized as ad hoc and occasionally chaotic. This is the initial level of the Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) where there is no formal software process in place. Therefore, the best choice would be Level 1.

Question 12

CMMI Level 4 objectives include
A)manage measurable metrics and software goals.
B)plan organization-level process development and improvement activities.
C)establish a baseline for software engineering process and management.
D)constantly changing the software process as the project progresses.

Accepted Answer

CMMI Level 4 focuses on quantitatively managing processes and using metrics to make informed decisions, thus "manage measurable metrics and software goals" aligns with its objectives.

Question 13

A model for software implementation used to identify the software process maturity level of organizations best defines
A)CMM.
B)PDM.
C)SPM.
D)SAP.

Accepted Answer

CMM (Capability Maturity Model) is a model for software implementation used to identify the software process maturity level of organizations. It is a process improvement framework that provides organizations with a set of best practices to improve their software development and maintenance processes. PDM (Product Data Management), SPM (Service Performance Management), and SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products) are not directly related to software process maturity levels.

Question 14

Each of the following is an objective of the CMMI Level 2 except A)identify and control requirements,specifications,and test plans. B)document and control all changes in software projects. C)use a reactionary approach to projects. D)keep software activities consistent with system requirements.

Accepted Answer

The CMMI Level 2 aims to improve the consistency and management of software development processes. The other objectives listed - identifying and controlling requirements, documenting and controlling changes, and keeping activities consistent with system requirements - all contribute to this goal. However, using a reactionary approach to projects goes against the proactive and planned approach that CMMI seeks to instill.

Question 15

A working prototype that is implemented to design and define various functionalities of the project and show customers the friendly software interface and the story line of functionalities involved in the project best describes the SDLC
A)analysis phase.
B)systems investigation phase.
C)preliminary design phase.
D)testing phase.

Accepted Answer

The description provided best fits the preliminary design phase of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). This phase involves creating a working prototype that defines the various functionalities of the project and shows customers the software interface and how it works. The other options (analysis, systems investigation, testing) do not specifically address the creation of a working prototype or software interface demonstration.

Question 16

A set of activities,methods,practices,and transformations that people use to develop and maintain software and its associated products that include project plans,design documents,code,test cases,and user manuals best defines
A)system.
B)software process.
C)business process.
D)work process.

Accepted Answer

The description provided best defines software process, which includes various activities and tasks involved in software development and maintenance, such as planning, designing, coding, testing, and documentation. Systems refer to the collection of hardware, software, and human resources that work together to solve specific problems or achieve specific goals. Business process refers to a set of activities, workflows, and tasks performed within an organization to achieve specific objectives. Work process refers to a set of activities and tasks involved in carrying out a particular job or operation. Therefore, B is the best choice that matches the given description.

Question 17

CMMI Level 5 objectives include
A)establishing a baseline for software engineering process and management.
B)planning continuous process improvement activities and encouraging employees to participate in those activities.
C)keeping software activities consistent with system requirements.
D)reverting back to coding and testing during a crisis.

Accepted Answer

CMMI Level 5 objectives include planning continuous process improvement activities and encouraging employees to participate in those activities. The other options may be objectives at lower CMMI levels but not specifically at Level 5.

Question 18

Deming,Juran,and other scholars found the common denominator in any quality system is
A)people.
B)change.
C)communication.
D)structure.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Deming,Juran,and other scholars found the common denominator...

Question 19

Which Six Sigma DMAIC phase focuses on why and how defects and errors occur?
A)control
B)define
C)measure
D)analyze

Accepted Answer

The Analyze phase of Six Sigma DMAIC focuses on identifying the root causes of defects and errors, and understanding why and how they occur. This involves analyzing data and process maps to uncover patterns and sources of variability that contribute to defects.

Question 20

Which of Six Sigma's DMAIC phases focuses on the measurement of internal process that affect factors that are critical to quality?
A)analyze
B)define
C)measure
D)improve

Accepted Answer

The measure phase of Six Sigma's DMAIC methodology focuses on measuring internal processes that impact factors critical to quality. This phase involves identifying key process metrics, collecting data, and analyzing it to understand performance levels and variability. Based on this information, the project team can identify areas for improvement and develop strategies for addressing underlying process issues.

Quiz 2: Process and Methods

A potential for growth in capability that indicates both the richness of an organization's software process and the consistency with which it is applied in projects throughout the organization best defines

The Six Sigma DMAIC phase that identifies the problem statement of a project is

Continuous Improvement Management principles include each of the following except

The CMMI Level 3 objectives include

CMM benefits include

The conceptual phase of any system or just the software facet of a system best describes the SDLC

Six Sigma's problem solving methodology is called

At which CMMI level are software processes documented,standardized,and integrated into a standard "to-be" practiced process for an organization?

The final output of the analysis SDLC phase describes

A process improvement approach that is used to find and eliminate errors and defects,reduce cycle times,reduce cost,improve productivity,and meet customer expectations best defines

A software company where software process is ad hoc and occasionally even chaotic is at the CMMI

CMMI Level 4 objectives include

A model for software implementation used to identify the software process maturity level of organizations best defines

Each of the following is an objective of the CMMI Level 2 except

A working prototype that is implemented to design and define various functionalities of the project and show customers the friendly software interface and the story line of functionalities involved in the project best describes the SDLC

A set of activities,methods,practices,and transformations that people use to develop and maintain software and its associated products that include project plans,design documents,code,test cases,and user manuals best defines

CMMI Level 5 objectives include

Deming,Juran,and other scholars found the common denominator in any quality system is

Which Six Sigma DMAIC phase focuses on why and how defects and errors occur?

Which of Six Sigma's DMAIC phases focuses on the measurement of internal process that affect factors that are critical to quality?