The Practice of Contracting Custom Software Development to an Outside

question 56

Multiple Choice

The practice of contracting custom software development to an outside firm is commonly referred to as

• A) outsourcing.
• B) scaling.
• C) service-oriented architecture.
• D) application integration.

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Definitions:

Miserable Conditions

Situations or environments that are extremely uncomfortable, unhappy, or difficult to endure.

Overwhelmed by Sadness

Experiencing an intense feeling of deep unhappiness to a degree that might interfere with one’s daily activities or mental well-being.

Need for Achievement

A psychological trait that drives an individual to pursue and attain success, competence, and significant accomplishment in their endeavors.

Task Difficulty

The level of challenge presented by a task, which can affect an individual's performance and the amount of effort required to complete it.