Q1:

Which of the following is true in the context of comparison between layered and tiered architectures?

Answer choices:

A: A layered architecture divides software into logical segments whereas a tiered architecture does not

B: In a layered architecture, all layers are deployed on a single machine whereas different tiers in a tiered architecture are deployed on different physical machines

C: Both A and B are true

Q2:

In a tiered architecture, clients dynamically discover the identity of the server and bind to the services provided by it.

Answer choices:

A: True

B: False

Q3:

The fundamental goal of a model-view-controller or MVC pattern is to separate what a software does from when a software does it.

Answer choices:

A: True

B: False

Q4:

Which of the following statements is true about a service oriented architecture?

Answer choices:

A: It inherently supports loose coupling between components

B: It makes it easy to dynamically add and remove services

C: It is inherently easy to test the overall functionality due to its dynamic nature

D: A and B only

Additional discussion question: What (instructor prescribed) architectural styles/patterns are being used in the course project?