Requirements

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Definition

What the solution must do (functionality) and how well (performance), found by analysing the problem.

Example: The app must show results within 2 seconds.

Found in: syllabus, 2025 HSC marking guidelines, sample exam and familiarisation guidelines, school notes, past SDD papers.

Where you'll use it in the test

Syllabus area: Y12 SE Project.

Question types it can appear in

Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
Extended response: Use it as a supporting point linked to the stimulus.
Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.

Where it has appeared in the paper

The Software Engineering Project (Part D). Part letters follow each paper’s own layout.

How to use it

A model sentence

General advice, built from the definition and example above

“What the solution must do (functionality) and how well (performance), found by analysing the problem.” Then apply it: The app must show results within 2 seconds.

In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.

Command words used with it

General advice

No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past short answer and extended response questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.

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Flashcard: Requirements in The Software Engineering Project (Year 12) · study that set
Memorise: Define and analyse the requirements of a problem
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