Before Programmers Decide Which Programming Language to Use or Start

question 61

Multiple Choice

Before programmers decide which programming language to use or start writing code, they develop a complete description of the task the program needs to accomplish. This is called a ________.

• A) beta version
• B) programmer input
• C) program development life cycle (PDLC)
• D) problem statement

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Definitions:

Net Present Value

The contrast between the present-valued cash inflows and outflows over a determined period.

Working Capital

The gap between a business's current assets versus its current liabilities, reflecting its short-term solvency and efficiency in operations.

Investment Project

An endeavor in which resources are invested with the goal of generating future returns, typically involving financial, time, or other forms of resources.

End of Project

The point in time when all objectives of a project have been achieved and all deliverables have been completed.