Software Engineering II MCQs with Answers
Practice important Software Engineering II MCQs with answers and explanations.
Chapter: 8
Q261:
Which step ensures learning from mistakes in project management?
A. Start on the right foot
B. Conduct postmortem analysis
C. Track progress
D. Maintain momentum
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 8
Q262:
In Reel's five steps, which activity focuses on evaluating project mistakes?
A. Start on the right foot
B. Make smart decisions
C. Conduct a postmortem analysis
D. Maintain momentum
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 8
Q263:
According to Reel, tracking project progress ensures _______.
A. Budget reduction
B. Increased complexity
C. Timely delivery and remedial action
D. Client dissatisfaction
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 8
Q264:
The W5HH principle was suggested by _______.
A. Barry Boehm
B. Fred Brooks
C. Steve McConnell
D. Watts Humphrey
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 8
Q265:
The W5HH principle includes how many key questions?
A. 5
B. 6
C. 7
D. 8
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 8
Q266:
Which of the following is NOT part of the W5HH principle?
A. WHY
B. WHAT
C. WHERE
D. WHENEVER
Correct Answer:
D
Chapter: 8
Q267:
"WHY is the system being developed?" is part of which principle?
A. Agile methodology
B. W5HH principle
C. Spiral model
D. Waterfall model
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 8
Q268:
In W5HH, "WHO" refers to _______.
A. The budget planner
B. Responsible function performer
C. Client stakeholder
D. Marketing team
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 8
Q269:
In W5HH, "HOW" refers to _______.
A. Why the project was started
B. How the job will be done technically and managerially
C. How funding will be allocated
D. Where resources will be stored
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 8
Q270:
The question "HOW MUCH" in W5HH principle deals with _______.
A. Project deadlines
B. Resource requirements
C. Software complexity
D. Management meetings
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 8
Q271:
Metrics-based project management is considered a _______ practice for project success.
A. Critical
B. Optional
C. Rare
D. Temporary
Correct Answer:
A
Chapter: 8
Q272:
Earned value tracking helps in _______.
A. Defect analysis
B. Progress measurement
C. Risk avoidance
D. Software documentation
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 8
Q273:
Formal risk analysis is one of the _______ success practices according to the Airlie Council.
A. Optional
B. Minor
C. Critical
D. Unnecessary
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 8
Q274:
Critical success practices do NOT include _______.
A. Defect tracking
B. Metrics-based management
C. Guess-based scheduling
D. Earned value tracking
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 8
Q275:
Defect tracking should be done against _______.
A. Delivery dates
B. Communication standards
C. Quality targets
D. Cost estimates
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 8
Q276:
People-aware project management focuses mainly on _______.
A. Technical tools
B. Team dynamics
C. Marketing strategies
D. Client profits
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 8
Q277:
W5HH principle focuses on asking _______ questions for effective project management.
A. Random
B. Formal
C. Essential
D. Optional
Correct Answer:
C
Chapter: 8
Q278:
Which one is an example of earned value tracking?
A. Tracking software bugs
B. Tracking planned vs. actual project cost
C. Conducting team lunches
D. Sending emails to the client
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 8
Q279:
Start on the _______ foot to improve the chance of project success.
A. Left
B. Right
C. Fast
D. Solid
Correct Answer:
B
Chapter: 8
Q280:
Conducting a project postmortem is essential to _______.
A. Celebrate completion
B. Analyze mistakes and improve
C. Reassign staff
D. Prepare final invoices
Correct Answer:
B