The Overall Trends in Software Include All of the Following

question 11

Multiple Choice

The overall trends in software include all of the following except:

• A) Increased complexity.
• B) Increased cost.
• C) Increased number of defects.
• D) Increased security.
• E) Increasing percentage of the costs of modern computer systems.

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Definitions:

Tax-deferred

An investment in which taxes on the principal and/or earnings are delayed until the funds are withdrawn, commonly seen in retirement accounts like 401(k)s and IRAs.

Accumulation Period

The time frame in which an investment, such as a annuity, accumulates interest or income before disbursement or annuitization.

Distribution Period

The time frame over which payments are made from an investment, retirement plan, or insurance policy to the beneficiary.

Traditional IRA

A type of retirement account allowing individuals to direct pre-tax income toward investments, with taxes deferred until withdrawal.