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Ethnography — Definition
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Ethnography is best described as:
Correct Answer
An observational technique where an analyst immerses in the working environment where the system will be used, observing day-to-day work to discover implicit requirements
Explanation
Ethnography is an observational technique. An analyst immerses himself or herself in the working environment where the system will be used. The day-to-day work is observed and notes are made of the actual tasks in which participants are involved. Its value is discovering implicit requirements that reflect actual work practices.
Reference
Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition