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Paper-Based Prototypes
publish date: 2026/05/31 04:28:28.250329 UTC
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True or False: Prototypes must be executable software systems — paper-based mock-ups cannot be effective prototypes.
Correct Answer
False
Explanation
False. Prototypes do not have to be executable to be useful. Paper-based mock-ups of the system user interface can be effective in helping users refine an interface design and work through usage scenarios. They are very cheap to develop and can be constructed in a few days.
Reference
Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition