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Evaluating effectiveness
Term Y12 SE Project
Definition
Judging how well the solution meets its requirements using test results, feedback and criteria.
Example: Did the solution meet the speed requirement?
Found in: syllabus.
Where it is used in the test
Syllabus area: Y12 SE Project.
Question types it can appear in
- Extended response: Evaluate (extended response)
- Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
No past question in this bank is linked to this term yet. It can still be tested through the question types above.
Study links
- Flashcard: Evaluating effectiveness in The Software Engineering Project (Year 12) · study that set
- Memorise: Quality assurance, testing methods and test data
How to use it in an answer
A model sentence
“Judging how well the solution meets its requirements using test results, feedback and criteria.” Then apply it: Did the solution meet the speed requirement?
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
No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past extended response and short answer questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Discuss, Describe, Identify, Outline, Compare. Check the actual word in your question.
Technique for the question types
- Extended response: Plan with the command word, give a judgement or explanation supported by named details from the stimulus, use course terms and cover both sides when asked.
- Short answer: One clear point per mark, use the stimulus and course terms, and answer the command word.
Common mistakes
- Use the term exactly as the syllabus words it, then link it to the scenario in the question; the 2025 feedback repeatedly rewards using the stimulus.
- Answer the command word: outline gives main points only, explain gives a reason or cause, discuss gives both sides.
Related terms
Same group in the syllabus: Testing methodologies · Language-dependent code optimisation · Feedback · Test plan · Path and boundary testing · Actual v expected output · Feedback report