The cost of software is a major component in the application of computer to any problem and of this, almost
half is the cost of debugging and correcting the errors. As large and complex programs are developed, this cost
becomes higher and the entire operation of developing a deliverable program becomes extremely complex.
A look at history reveals that the percentage cost of software has steadily increased with the growth and
development of computer technology.
In military, medical and space applications, the correctness of programs can mean safety of human life
or very costly equipment. Thus, clearly written, verifi ed, and verifi able programs are necessary. We have seen
that the top-down design procedure ...
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