Using UML Diagrams for Extraordinary Situations

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The discussion centers on the use of UML (Unified Modeling Language) diagrams, specifically use case diagrams, to represent extraordinary situations. A user questioned the appropriateness of stating that a function is only utilized in extraordinary circumstances. Participants concluded that this method is not ideal, as it introduces ambiguity in the representation. Additionally, there was debate about whether the Branch Manager qualifies as an Actor in the diagram, with the consensus being that mere notification does not constitute interaction.

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draw use case diagram
this user will only use this function when something extraordinary situation, and that's how I stated it in the use case diagram. Is it a bad method of stating this way?
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Summary:: draw use case diagram

this user will only use this function when something extraordinary situation, and that's how I stated it in the use case diagram. Is it a bad method of stating this way?
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I do not think that is the right way to represent it.

An "if" == a branch.

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I think you can leave off the right branch, since/if nothing happens.

Also, I'm not sure if Branch Manager is an Actor here (i.e. a stick figure). Actors interact with the system. Simply informing an actor is not an interaction.
 
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