Quizzes

Each chapter of the book closes with a quiz. The questions in the quiz allow you to apply the theory in the book.

This wiki page summarizes the discussion we had while going through the various quizzes.

Part 1: Coupling

Chapter 1: Coupling and System Design

What is Coupling?

1. A common design flaw
2. A connection between two or more components
3. A design pattern
4. A dependency in an object model

See the corresponding discussion.

What is a System?

1. A software solution
2. A hardware appliance
3. Any set of components working together to implement a defined purpose
4. All of the answers are correct

See the corresponding discussion.

How does coupling affect system design?

1. Coupling affects how components are integrated with each other
2. Coupling affects components' boundaries
3. Coupling defines whether the components can implement the system's purpose.
4. All of the answers are correct

See the corresponding discussion.