Problem 4: (5 Points) A software engineer felt that there are calculation errors
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Question
Problem 4: (5 Points) A software engineer felt that there are calculation errors in one of the financial tax packages he is working on. The engineer returned to his desk and applied the correct equations according to the correct algorithm. The calculation was off by nearly 2%. To issue a new built (version) of the software, he needs the approval of his supervisor. Which of the following must be done? (a) The engineer should change the software and issue a new built and not to tell anyone. (b) The engineer should take no action since the software gives a close answer with an error of only 2% since he believes that 2% in financial accounting is negligible. (c The engineer should report the issue to his supervisor first and then fix the software bug. (d) The engineer should report to the issue to the media and make the public aware of this error.Explanation / Answer
Answer:
c.The engineer should report the issue to his supervisor first and then fix the software bug
Explanation:
As the engineer needs the approval of his supervisor for building a new software,he should first inform the supervisor about the problem arised and why the new version fo software is needed and then get his approval for fixing the bug