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System Models in Elicitation

publish date: 2026/05/30 21:11:48.763485 UTC

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During requirements elicitation and analysis, one or more system models and prototypes may be developed. What is their purpose?

To test the final system with real customer data

To generate executable code automatically

To replace the requirements document entirely

To help you understand the system to be specified

Correct Answer

To help you understand the system to be specified

Explanation

System models and prototypes developed during elicitation and analysis help you understand the system to be specified — they are aids to understanding, not replacements for requirements documentation.

Reference

Software Engineering, Ian Sommerville, 9th edition

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