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Advantages of reuse-oriented development

publish date: 2026/05/29 09:03:20.303609 UTC

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Reuse-oriented software engineering offers several potential advantages.

Which of the following are advantages of reuse-oriented development?

Guaranteed perfect requirements; no need for testing; zero maintenance

Elimination of all documentation; no need for design

Reduced development cost; reduced risk; faster delivery

Ability to ignore user needs completely

Correct Answer

Reduced development cost; reduced risk; faster delivery

Explanation

Reusing existing components can lower cost and risk and speed up delivery, but it does not eliminate the need for requirements, testing, or maintenance.

Reference

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition

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