Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 1362

The GREATEST benefit of using a prototyping approach in software development is that it helps to:

Answer options

• A. improve efficiency of quality assurance (QA) testing.
• B. conceptualize and clarify requirements.
• C. decrease the time allocated for user testing and review.
• D. minimize scope changes to the system.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The main advantage of a prototyping approach is that it helps to visualize and specify requirements, allowing stakeholders to better understand and refine what is needed. While improving QA efficiency and minimizing scope changes are beneficial, they are not the primary focus of prototyping, which is primarily about clarifying requirements through iterative feedback.