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Documents and visibility

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In the waterfall model, each phase typically produces one or more documents that are reviewed and approved.

Which is a key advantage of this documentation-heavy approach?

It removes the need for communication with customers.

It guarantees that no changes will be required later.

The process becomes visible and managers can monitor progress against the plan.

It eliminates the need for any testing activities.

The process becomes visible and managers can monitor progress against the plan.

Because each phase produces documented outputs, managers can track progress and compare it with the planned schedule.

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition