Process Specification Flashcards

(8 cards)

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What is the purpose of a process specification?

A

To make sure everyone understands exactly what the process does, with no confusion

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What technique balances readability with structure?

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Structured English

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3
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When should you NOT create a process specification?

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For physical I/O, simple validation, or prewritten code.

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4
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What do circles and squares represent in a decision tree?

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Circles = conditions; Squares = actions

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5
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What are the three control structures in Structured English?

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Sequential, Decision, Iteration

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6
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Best use for Decision Table?

A

Complex combinations of conditions/actions

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When is Decision Tree best used?

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When condition/action sequence and multiple branches matter

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8
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What’s the max recommended nesting level in Structured English?

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Three levels

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