It Is Not Feasible for Companies to Produce Error-Free Software

question 21

Multiple Choice

It is not feasible for companies to produce error-free software because

• A) any programming code is susceptible to error.
• B) it is too expensive to create perfect software.
• C) errors can be introduced in the maintenance stage of development.
• D) any software of any complexity will have errors.

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Definitions:

Convertible Bonds

Bonds that can be converted into a predetermined number of the issuing company's shares at certain times during their life, usually at the discretion of the bondholder.

Warrants

Securities that grant the holder the right to purchase a company's stock at a specified price before a certain date, often attached to bonds.

Call Options

Financial contracts giving the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to buy an underlying asset or security at a specified price within a defined time period.

Convertible Bonds

Debt securities that can be converted into a predetermined number of the issuing company's shares, usually at the bondholder's option.