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Block Diagrams as Architectural Models
publish date: 2026/06/09 21:16:36.534905 UTC
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In a system architecture block diagram, what do arrows between boxes typically represent?
Correct Answer
Data and/or control signals passed from one component to another in the direction of the arrows
Explanation
In architectural block diagrams, each box represents a component, boxes within boxes indicate sub-components, and arrows indicate that data and/or control signals are passed from component to component in the direction of the arrows.
Reference
Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 10th edition