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Waterfall Model Major Problem
publish date: 2026/05/30 13:51:26.154382 UTC
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According to Sommerville, what is the major problem of the waterfall model?
Correct Answer
The inflexible partitioning of the project into distinct stages makes it difficult to respond to changing customer requirements
Explanation
The waterfall model's major problem is the inflexible partitioning of the project into distinct stages. Commitments must be made at an early stage in the process, which makes it difficult to respond to changing customer requirements.
Reference
Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition