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CISA Practice Question: Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation
Which TWO of the following are characteristics of the iterative SDLC model?
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User feedback is incorporated after each iteration
Iterative models develop systems through repeated cycles (iterations) that incorporate user feedback, unlike waterfall where requirements are fixed upfront.
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The final product is delivered only at the end of the project
Why it's wrong here
Iterative models deliver increments early.
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User feedback is incorporated after each iteration
Why this is correct
Feedback drives improvements.
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Requirements are defined in detail at the start of the project
Why it's wrong here
This is waterfall.
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The system is developed and refined through multiple cycles
Why this is correct
Iterations allow gradual refinement.
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Risk analysis is performed only at the beginning
Why it's wrong here
Risk analysis may be ongoing.
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