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Structured Analysis Methods

publish date: 2026/06/06 19:27:18.059974 UTC

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Some people consider requirements engineering to be the process of applying a structured analysis method. Which of the following best describes this structured approach?

Analyzing the system and developing a set of graphical system models (such as use case models) which then serve as a system specification

Delegating requirements writing entirely to end-users without any engineer involvement

Building a full working prototype before writing any requirements

Writing all requirements in formal mathematical notation before any stakeholder consultation

Correct Answer

Analyzing the system and developing a set of graphical system models (such as use case models) which then serve as a system specification

Explanation

Structured analysis methods (such as object-oriented analysis) involve analyzing the system and developing a set of graphical system models — such as use case models — which then serve as a system specification. These models describe the behavior of the system and are annotated with additional information such as required performance or reliability.

Reference

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition

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