Which of the following exemplifies how a software bug can cause harm to a company?

Question

Options

• A"Print" prints the last page twice for a file with 1000 pages
• BThe timeout on the login page of a web site is 9 minutes, while the requirement was for 10 minutes
• CWhen uninstalling the application, the uninstall dialog has a spelling mistake
• DWhen calculating the final price in a shopping list, the price of the last item is not added

• A
  3% (1)
• B
  5% (2)
• C
  11% (4)
• D
  81% (30)

Explanation

A software bug can cause harm to a company by directly affecting its operations, reputation, user satisfaction, and financials. Option D, "When calculating the final price in a shopping list, the price of the last item is not added," describes a defect that directly impacts the core functionality of a financial transaction, potentially leading to financial loss and customer dissatisfaction. This can have severe implications for the company's credibility and revenue. Options A, B, and C describe bugs that, while potentially annoying, do not have the same direct impact on the company's core operations and financial integrity as option D.

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