Which of the following are organizational components that a systems analyst needs to understand?
A) Non-key events affecting data values (not including dates)
B) Policies and guidelines that are not related to the nature of the business
C) The sequence and other dependencies among different data-handling activities
D) The data handled by competitors
E) Departmental Politics

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Understanding the sequence and dependencies among different data-handling activities is crucial for a systems analyst to develop an efficient and effective information system.

Answer: A 
 Understanding non-key events affecting data values, such as changes in status or inventory levels, is important for developing an accurate and reliable information system.

Answer: D 
 While it may be useful for a systems analyst to have general knowledge of industry trends and competitors, understanding the specific data handled by competitors is not necessary for system development.

Answer: B and E 
 While policies and guidelines and departmental politics may impact the implementation and success of a system, they are not considered organizational components that a systems analyst needs to understand in order to design and develop a system.

Which of the Following Are Organizational Components That a Systems