Question

Directions: The question or incomplete statement below is followed by four suggested answers or completions. Select the one that is best in each case.

Which of the following is a true statement about program documentation?
answer choices
Program documentation should not be changed after it is first written.
Program documentation is only needed for programs in development; it is not needed after a program is completed.
Program documentation is useful when programmers collaborate but not when a programmer works individually on a project.
Program documentation is useful during initial program development and also when modifications are made to existing programs.

Answer 1

The answer should be Option D.

Program documentation is useful during the initial development phase of a program because it helps the programmer better understand the design and requirements of the program. Additionally, program documentation is useful when modifications are made to existing programs because it provides information about how the program works and how it has been modified in the past. This information can be useful for maintaining the program and for ensuring that modifications do not introduce bugs or other issues. In general, program documentation is an important tool for anyone who works with programs, regardless of whether they are working individually or in a team.