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:

Office Supplies

Consumable items that are used in offices on a day-to-day basis for administrative and office-related tasks, such as paper, pens, and staples.

Petty Cash Fund

A small amount of cash kept on hand for minor, immediate expenses to avoid the complexities of writing checks.

Missing Funds

Refers to a situation where there is a discrepancy between expected and actual funds, indicating that money might be unaccounted for or lost.

Office Supplies

Items used in offices for daily operations, such as paper, pens, and other stationery items, usually considered short-term assets.