FC0-U71 Software Development Concepts Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are core phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)?
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Testing
The SDLC includes phases like planning, analysis, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance. A flowchart is not an SDLC phase, and debugging is an activity within testing/implementation.
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Algorithm design
Why it's wrong here
Algorithm design is part of design, not a separate phase.
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Flowcharting
Why it's wrong here
Flowcharting is a tool, not an SDLC phase.
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Testing
Why this is correct
Testing is a key SDLC phase.
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Debugging
Why it's wrong here
Debugging is an activity, not a phase.
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Implementation
Why this is correct
Implementation is where coding occurs.
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