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Prototype Objectives Must Be Explicit

publish date: 2026/05/31 04:28:27.772009 UTC

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Why is it important that the objectives of prototyping are made explicit from the start of the process?

Because the same prototype can meet all possible objectives simultaneously

Because implicit objectives always result in lower prototyping costs

Because if objectives are left unstated, management or end-users may misunderstand the function of the prototype and not get the benefits they expected

Because explicit objectives allow the prototype to be used as the final delivered system

Correct Answer

Because if objectives are left unstated, management or end-users may misunderstand the function of the prototype and not get the benefits they expected

Explanation

The same prototype cannot meet all objectives. If objectives are left unstated, management or end-users may misunderstand the function of the prototype and consequently not get the benefits they expected from the prototype development process.

Reference

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition

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