Astech Inc

question 19

Multiple Choice

Astech Inc.has been developing a new graphic design software.The firm has released a functional version of the software and has sent it to several lead users for testing.Based on the feedback from the lead users,the firm is going to improve the design of the product and begin commercial production.This initial version of the product is referred to as the _____.

• A) spiral model
• B) substitute product
• C) beta version
• D) theta model

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