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Interface Misuse - Most Common Type

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Interface misuse is particularly common with which type of interface, and what forms does it typically take? Select all that apply.

Shared memory interfaces, where data format is mismatched

Parameter interfaces, where parameters may be of the wrong type

Message passing interfaces, where message priority is set incorrectly

Parameter interfaces, where parameters are passed in the wrong order

Parameter interfaces, where the wrong number of parameters is passed

Correct Answer

(1) Parameter interfaces, where parameters may be of the wrong type

(2) Parameter interfaces, where parameters are passed in the wrong order

(3) Parameter interfaces, where the wrong number of parameters is passed

Explanation

Interface misuse is most common with parameter interfaces. The calling component may pass parameters of the wrong type, in the wrong order, or pass the wrong number of parameters. These errors are common because they rely on both the caller and callee having a correct and consistent understanding of the method signature.

Reference

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 10th edition

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