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Question 1

decision analysis

Answer 1

An approach to decision making that examines and models the possible consequences of different decisions, and assists in making an optimal decision under conditions of uncertainty

Question 2

decomposition

Answer 2

A technique that subdivides a problem into its component parts in order to facilitate analysis and understanding of those components

Question 3

defect

Answer 3

A deficiency in a product or service that reduces its quality or varies from a desired attribute, state, or functionality

Question 4

definitional business rule

Answer 4

A rule that indicates something is necessarily true (or
untrue); a rule that is intended as a definitional criterion for concepts, knowledge, or information. Also known as a structural rule

Question 5

deliverable

Answer 5

Any unique and verifiable work product or service that a party has agreed to deliver

Question 6

design

Answer 6

A usable representation of a solution. For more information see Key Terms (p. 14) and Requirements and Designs (p. 19)

Question 7

document analysis (business analysis)

Answer 7

An examination of the documentation of an existing system in order to elicit requirements

Question 8

domain

Answer 8

The sphere of knowledge that defines a set of common requirements, terminology, and functionality for any program or initiative solving a problem

Question 9

domain subject matter expert

Answer 9

A stakeholder with in-depth knowledge of a topic
relevant to the business need or solution scope

Question 10

DSDM

Answer 10

See dynamic systems development method

Question 11

dynamic systems development method (DSDM)

Answer 11

A project delivery framework which focuses on fixing cost, quality, and time at the beginning while contingency is managed by varying the features to be delivered