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This paper proposes a formalization of the IFPUG Function Point (FP) definition for automated measurement of B specifications. This formal definition allows to: i) reduce the variance in FP counts due to rater interpretation of the IFPUG FP informal definition; ii) provide a better understanding of how the IFPUG FP definition should be applied; iii) automate the FP counts for B specifications, which can reduce measurement costs; and iv) identify specific holes in the IFPUG FP definition. We propose modifications to ensure completeness.
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Diab, H., Frappier, M., St-Denis, R. (2002). A Formal Definition of Function Points for Automated Measurement of B Specifications. In: George, C., Miao, H. (eds) Formal Methods and Software Engineering. ICFEM 2002. Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 2495. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/3-540-36103-0_49
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