Question 1

A computer system that uses human knowledge to solve problems that usually require the expertise of human beings is called a(n):

Accepted Answer

An expert system is a system that employs human knowledge,embedded in computer software,to solve problems that ordinarily require human expertise.

Question 2

Executive support systems are used to link top managers virtually so they can function as a team;this type of executive support system is called a(n):

Accepted Answer

Executive support systems are used to link top managers virtually so they can function as a team;this type of executive support system is called a group decision support system.

Question 3

A computer system that gathers comprehensive data,organizes it,and summarizes it in ways that are useful to managers for their nonroutine tasks is known as a(n)__________ system.

Accepted Answer

An operations information system organizes important information for managers,a decision support system gives managers model-building capability and the chance to manipulate information in a variety of ways.

Question 4

An interactive computer-based system that produces "models" which help managers to make better nonprogrammed decisions is known as a(n):

Accepted Answer

A decision support system provides computer-built models that help managers make better nonprogrammed decisions.

Question 5

A controller who uses a computer system to prepare payroll checks for employees is using a(n):

Accepted Answer

A transaction-processing system is an MIS designed to handle large volumes of routine,recurring transactions.

Question 6

FedEx uses a computer system to track the on-time performance of its retail locations.FedEx is using a(n):

Accepted Answer

An operations information system organizes important information for managers,a decision support system gives managers model-building capability and the chance to manipulate information in a variety of ways.

Question 7

Which of the following is not an example of a nonprogrammed decision?

Accepted Answer

Reordering paper is a programmed decision.

Question 8

Supermarket managers who use computer software at their scanners on the checkout counters to track inventory levels of their products are using a(n):

Accepted Answer

A transaction-processing system is an MIS designed to handle large volumes of routine,recurring transactions.

Question 9

Computer software programs that are developed for charting graphs of sales performance (in terms of the number of units sold)over the past five years are an example of which type of software?

Accepted Answer

Applications software,such as programs for word processing,spreadsheets,graphics,and database management,is developed for a specific task or use.

Question 10

Jonesburg State Bank uses a computer system to record deposits and withdrawals from its customers' accounts.This is an example of a(n):

Accepted Answer

A transaction-processing system is an MIS designed to handle large volumes of routine,recurring transactions.

Question 11

Behavior by a machine,which if performed by a human being would be called intelligent behavior,is known as:

Accepted Answer

Artificial intelligence has been defined as behavior by a machine that,if performed by a human being,would be called "intelligent."

Question 12

An accounts payable department that uses a computer system to pay the company's suppliers is using a(n):

Accepted Answer

A transaction-processing system is an MIS designed to handle large volumes of routine,recurring transactions.

Question 13

Jonesburg State Bank uses a computer system to track the on-time performance of its various branches.The bank is using a(n):

Accepted Answer

An operations information system organizes important information for managers,a decision support system gives managers model-building capability and the chance to manipulate information in a variety of ways.

Question 14

An accounts receivable department that uses a computer system to bill the customers of the organization is using a(n):

Accepted Answer

A transaction-processing system is an MIS designed to handle large volumes of routine,recurring transactions.

Question 15

A computer system that is designed to handle a large volume of routine and recurring transactions is called a(n)__________ system.

Accepted Answer

A transaction-processing system is an MIS designed to handle large volumes of routine,recurring transactions.

Question 16

Of the following,which is the most advanced type of MIS systems?

Accepted Answer

Expert systems,the most advanced management information systems available,incorporate artificial intelligence in their design.

Question 17

______ is developed for a specific task or use.

Accepted Answer

Applications software,such as programs for word processing,spreadsheets,graphics,and database management,is developed for a specific task or use.

Question 18

Computer applications software has vastly increased the ability of managers to do all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

By harnessing the rapidly growing power of microprocessors,applications software has vastly increased the ability of managers to acquire,organize,and transmit information.

Question 19

A(n)__________ system processes __________ transactions while a(n)__________ system provides managers with information to be used in their ________ decisions.

Accepted Answer

Whereas a transaction-processing system processes routine transactions,an operations information system gives managers information they can use in their nonroutine coordinating.

Question 20

A(n)______ system is a sophisticated version of a decision support system that is designed to meet the needs of top managers.

Accepted Answer

An executive support system is a sophisticated version of a decision support system that is designed to meet the needs of top managers.

Quiz 18: Using Advanced Information Technology to Increase Performance

A computer system that uses human knowledge to solve problems that usually require the expertise of human beings is called a(n) :

Executive support systems are used to link top managers virtually so they can function as a team;this type of executive support system is called a(n) :

A computer system that gathers comprehensive data,organizes it,and summarizes it in ways that are useful to managers for their nonroutine tasks is known as a(n) __________ system.

An interactive computer-based system that produces "models" which help managers to make better nonprogrammed decisions is known as a(n) :

A controller who uses a computer system to prepare payroll checks for employees is using a(n) :

FedEx uses a computer system to track the on-time performance of its retail locations.FedEx is using a(n) :

Which of the following is not an example of a nonprogrammed decision?

Supermarket managers who use computer software at their scanners on the checkout counters to track inventory levels of their products are using a(n) :

Computer software programs that are developed for charting graphs of sales performance (in terms of the number of units sold) over the past five years are an example of which type of software?

Jonesburg State Bank uses a computer system to record deposits and withdrawals from its customers' accounts.This is an example of a(n) :

Behavior by a machine,which if performed by a human being would be called intelligent behavior,is known as:

An accounts payable department that uses a computer system to pay the company's suppliers is using a(n) :

Jonesburg State Bank uses a computer system to track the on-time performance of its various branches.The bank is using a(n) :

An accounts receivable department that uses a computer system to bill the customers of the organization is using a(n) :

A computer system that is designed to handle a large volume of routine and recurring transactions is called a(n) __________ system.

Of the following,which is the most advanced type of MIS systems?

______ is developed for a specific task or use.

Computer applications software has vastly increased the ability of managers to do all of the following EXCEPT:

A(n) __ system processes transactions while a(n) system provides managers with information to be used in their decisions.

A(n) ______ system is a sophisticated version of a decision support system that is designed to meet the needs of top managers.

Quiz 18: Using Advanced Information Technology to Increase Performance

A computer system that uses human knowledge to solve problems that usually require the expertise of human beings is called a(n) :

Executive support systems are used to link top managers virtually so they can function as a team;this type of executive support system is called a(n) :

A computer system that gathers comprehensive data,organizes it,and summarizes it in ways that are useful to managers for their nonroutine tasks is known as a(n) __________ system.

An interactive computer-based system that produces "models" which help managers to make better nonprogrammed decisions is known as a(n) :

A controller who uses a computer system to prepare payroll checks for employees is using a(n) :

FedEx uses a computer system to track the on-time performance of its retail locations.FedEx is using a(n) :

Which of the following is not an example of a nonprogrammed decision?

Supermarket managers who use computer software at their scanners on the checkout counters to track inventory levels of their products are using a(n) :

Computer software programs that are developed for charting graphs of sales performance (in terms of the number of units sold) over the past five years are an example of which type of software?

Jonesburg State Bank uses a computer system to record deposits and withdrawals from its customers' accounts.This is an example of a(n) :

Behavior by a machine,which if performed by a human being would be called intelligent behavior,is known as:

An accounts payable department that uses a computer system to pay the company's suppliers is using a(n) :

Jonesburg State Bank uses a computer system to track the on-time performance of its various branches.The bank is using a(n) :

An accounts receivable department that uses a computer system to bill the customers of the organization is using a(n) :

A computer system that is designed to handle a large volume of routine and recurring transactions is called a(n) __________ system.

Of the following,which is the most advanced type of MIS systems?

______ is developed for a specific task or use.

Computer applications software has vastly increased the ability of managers to do all of the following EXCEPT:

A(n) __________ system processes __________ transactions while a(n) __________ system provides managers with information to be used in their ________ decisions.

A(n) ______ system is a sophisticated version of a decision support system that is designed to meet the needs of top managers.

A(n) __ system processes transactions while a(n) system provides managers with information to be used in their decisions.