Feasibility

Term Key terms bank Y12 SE Project

Definition

Whether the project can realistically be done: scheduling (time) and financial (cost) feasibility.

Example: Can it be finished by term 4 within budget?

Found in: syllabus, school notes.

Short version to memorise (key terms bank)

Whether a project is achievable (schedule, financial).

Where it is used 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.
Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
Extended response: Use it as a supporting point linked to the stimulus.

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: Feasibility in The Software Engineering Project (Year 12) · study that set
Memorise: Define and analyse the requirements of a problem
Key terms bank entry: Feasibility
Notes: Define and analyse the requirements of a problem, including demonstrating need(s) or… (The Software Engineering Project (Year 12))
Notes: Define and analyse the requirements of a problem (The Software Engineering Project (Year 12))

How to use it in an answer

A model sentence

General advice, built from the definition and example above

“Whether the project can realistically be done: scheduling (time) and financial (cost) feasibility.” Then apply it: Can it be finished by term 4 within budget?

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.

Technique for the question types

Short answer: One clear point per mark, use the stimulus and course terms, and answer the command word.
Multiple choice: Read all four options, rule out wrong ones, pick one; no penalty for guessing so never leave blank.
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.

Common mistakes