Question 1

Tactical planning emphasizes long-range and future goals._________________________

Accepted Answer

Strategic

Question 2

-In a system like the one shown in the accompanying figure,a technique called Boolean logic can be used to deal with imprecise data by asking for a level of confidence._________________________

Accepted Answer

FALSEuzzy

Question 3

-In the accompanying figure,the arrow symbolizes a data flow._________________________

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

Data collected by a transaction processing system (TPS)can be used by a(n)DSS (Decision Support System)to create reports that managers can use to make routine business decisions in response to structured problems._________________________

Accepted Answer

MIS
management information system
management information system (MIS)
MIS (management information system)

Question 5

A(n)____ depicts the hierarchy of employees in a typical organization.
A) mission statement
B) strategy table
C) roster
D) organizational chart

Accepted Answer

An organizational chart is a visual representation of the hierarchy of employees in an organization. It displays the relationships between different positions in the organization, including managers, supervisors and subordinates. The chart can help employees understand their role within the organization and the chain of command.

Question 6

A(n)enterprise information system supports a variety of large business activities such as inventory management,point-of-sale cash registers,e-commerce,payroll,and managerial planning._________________________

Accepted Answer

An enterprise information system (EIS) is a type of large-scale software application, which supports or automates a variety of large business activities such as inventory management, point-of-sale cash registers, e-commerce, payroll, and managerial planning.

Question 7

-The excerpt from an application specification shown in the accompanying figure describes in detail how the information system's software should process a particular task involving inventory data._________________________

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

OLTP uses a commit or rollback strategy to ensure that each transaction is processed correctly._________________________

Accepted Answer

OLTP (Online Transaction Processing) systems use a commit or rollback strategy to ensure that each transaction is processed correctly. If a transaction is completed successfully, it is committed to the database, but if an error occurs, the transaction is rolled back to its previous state. This helps to maintain data integrity and consistency in the database.

Question 9

Despite new tools and the data they provide,many semi-structured and structured problems continue to be resolved based on "guesstimates." _________________________

Accepted Answer

unstructured

Question 10

-In the design phase of the SDLC,the project team must figure out why the new system will fulfill the requirements specified in the System Requirements Report._________________________

Accepted Answer

how

Question 11

A(n)____ is a group of people working together to accomplish a goal.
A) business
B) mission
C) organization
D) aggregate

Accepted Answer

An organization is specifically designed for a group of people to work together towards a goal or objective. A business and mission can both be types of organizations, but they do not encompass the broad range of groups that can be considered organizations. An aggregate is simply a collection of individuals or things that are grouped together, but not necessarily working towards a specific goal.

Question 12

The purpose of ____ planning is to set incremental goals that can be achieved in a year or less.
A) tactical
B) strategic
C) operational
D) futuristic

Accepted Answer

Tactical planning is focused on achieving short-term goals that can be completed within a year or less. It involves setting specific, measurable objectives and determining the resources and actions needed to achieve them. Tactical plans are typically developed by middle-level managers and are used to guide the day-to-day operations of a business or organization. Strategic planning is focused on long-term goals and involves assessing the external environment, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and developing a vision and mission for the organization. Operational planning is focused on the detailed implementation of tactical plans and encompasses specific activities and tasks that are necessary to achieve objectives. Futuristic planning involves envisioning what the future may hold and imagining potential scenarios for the organization.

Question 13

Nonprofit organizations are formed to accomplish social,political,or charitable goals that do not include amassing profit._________________________

Accepted Answer

Nonprofit organizations are not formed for the purpose of making a profit, but are instead created to serve a social, political, or charitable cause.

Question 14

An information system progresses through several phases as it is developed,used,and finally retired; these phases encompass the HPC._________________________

Accepted Answer

SDLC (system development life cycle)
system development life cycle (SDLC)
system development life cycle

Question 15

Planning management software helps managers track and visualize the complex interactions between tasks._________________________

Accepted Answer

Project

Question 16

Every organization has a goal or plan that is often referred to as its ____.
A) Web site
B) mission
C) master directive
D) organizing principle

Accepted Answer

The term "mission" refers to an organization's purpose or reason for existing. It outlines what the organization hopes to achieve or contribute to society. While a organization may have a website, an organizing principle, or a master directive, these terms do not capture the overall objective of the organization in the same way that the mission does.

Question 17

Most modern transaction processing systems use batch processing,which is an interactive method in which each transaction is processed as it is entered._________________________

Accepted Answer

The statement is incorrect. Batch processing is a non-interactive method in which multiple transactions are collected and processed together at a later time. Most modern transaction processing systems use real-time processing, where each transaction is processed immediately as it is entered.

Question 18

____ are the people who directly carry out an organization's mission by,for example,assembling products,selling merchandise,or answering phones.
A) Managers
B) CEOs
C) Workers
D) Associates

Accepted Answer

Workers are the individuals who carry out the tasks necessary to achieve an organization's goals. They are typically on the front line of operations, performing tasks such as manufacturing products, providing customer service, and performing administrative tasks. Managers and CEOs may oversee workers, but they are not directly involved in carrying out the organization's mission on a day-to-day basis. Associates may refer to employees at various levels within an organization and do not necessarily imply a direct involvement in carrying out the organization's mission.

Question 19

-In the accompanying figure,the third item in the series is an example of a process._________________________

Accepted Answer

second

Question 20

A computer system like that shown in the accompanying figure is designed to analyze data and produce a recommendation,diagnosis,or decision based on a set of facts and rules._________________________

Accepted Answer

The statement accurately describes a computer system designed for data analysis and decision-making.

Quiz 10: Information Systems Analysis and Design