Which of the following is used to indicate that the software has met a defined quality level and is ready for mass distribution either by electronic means or by physical media?

The correct answer is B. RTM. RTM (Release to Manufacturing) is the correct answer. This term - also called "Gold" or "Going Gold" - marks the milestone where software has passed quality gates and is approved for mass distribution, whether shipped on physical media (CDs, DVDs) or distributed electronically. W

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AATM
BRTM
CCRO
DDAA

How the community answered

(26 responses)

B
92% (24)
C
4% (1)
D
4% (1)

Explanation

RTM (Release to Manufacturing) is the correct answer. This term - also called "Gold" or "Going Gold" - marks the milestone where software has passed quality gates and is approved for mass distribution, whether shipped on physical media (CDs, DVDs) or distributed electronically.

Why the distractors are wrong:

ATM stands for Asynchronous Transfer Mode (a networking protocol) or Automated Teller Machine - neither is a software release term.
CRO typically refers to Conversion Rate Optimization or Chief Risk Officer - not a software distribution milestone.
DAA stands for Data Access Arrangement or is used in other technical/regulatory contexts - unrelated to software release readiness.

Memory tip: Think "RTM = Ready To Market/Manufacture" - the moment the software is polished enough to leave the developer's hands and reach the masses.

Topics

#Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)#Release Management#Software Quality#Terminology

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