Deck 1: The Importance of Mis

Question 1

________ is the ability to model the components of a unit,to connect the inputs and outputs among those components into a sensible whole that reflects the structure and dynamics of the phenomenon observed.

A)Experimentation
B)Abstract reasoning
C)Cognitive reasoning
D)Systems thinking

Answer 1

D

Question 2

________ is the activity of two or more people working together to achieve a common goal,result,or work product.

A)Venturing
B)Enterprising
C)Assimilation
D)Collaboration

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Strong nonroutine cognitive skills are more in demand than routine skills.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

In a job interview,Roy is asked to use a product that he has never used before and is not familiar with.Which of the following skills is the interviewer trying to test?

A)abstract reasoning
B)systems thinking
C)collaboration
D)ability to experiment

Question 5

"The number of transistors per square inch on an integrated chip doubles every 18 months." This observation is known as ________ Law.

A)Moore's
B)Metcalfe's
C)Amdahl's
D)Murphy's

Question 6

Which of the following is true of nonroutine cognitive skills?

A)They increase an individual's job security.
B)Organisations usually outsource such skills to the lowest bidder.
C)Technological changes have no impact on such skills.
D)They have become less marketable.

Question 7

________ is making a reasoned analysis of an opportunity,envisioning potential solutions,evaluating those possibilities,and developing the most promising ones,consistent with the resources you have.

A)Abstraction
B)Systems thinking
C)Experimentation
D)Collaboration

Question 8

In a job interview,Lillian is asked to be part of a three-member group and design a mock business process based on the strengths and skills of the group's members.In this case,which of the following skills is the interviewer trying to test?

A)ability to experiment
B)collaboration
C)abstract reasoning
D)systems thinking

Question 9

Which of the following is an impact of rapid technological change on job security?

A)Routine skills are no longer required to complete a task.
B)Nonroutine jobs are outsourced,thus reducing the need of an in-house workforce.
C)Nonroutine cognitive skills gain more market value.
D)Routine skills are more in demand.

Question 10

________ is the ability to make and manipulate models.

A)Abstract reasoning
B)Social learning
C)Experimentation
D)Systems thinking

Question 11

Patricia is the marketing manager at a manufacturing firm.She plans new marketing strategies with the help of her subordinates,by providing and receiving critical feedback.Here,Patricia is displaying effective ________.

A)experimentation
B)abstraction
C)systems thinking
D)collaboration

Question 12

Increased outsourcing has made nonroutine skills less marketable.

Question 13

Which of the following statements states Moore's Law?

A)A computer becomes obsolete within 18 months.
B)The total number of transistors produced in the world doubles every 18 months.
C)The number of transistors per square inch on an integrated chip doubles every 18 months.
D)The speed of a computer doubles every 18 months.

Question 14

Routine skills are outsourced because the cost of data communication is essentially zero.

Question 15

A marketable skill has no impact on job security.

Question 16

Because of Moore's Law,the cost of data processing,communications,and storage ________.

A)is essentially zero
B)has leveled off
C)has increased exponentially
D)is witnessing an upward trend

Question 17

Which of the following is necessary for effective collaboration?

A)focusing on individual goals
B)working individually on different projects
C)giving and receiving critical feedback
D)being nice to other individuals

Question 18

Because the cost of data processing,storage,and communications is essentially zero,any routine skill can and will be ________.

A)sufficient to attain job security
B)outsourced to the lowest bidder
C)considered a nonroutine cognitive skill
D)a strong marketable skill

Question 19

As a result of Moore's Law,________.

A)the risk of technology becoming obsolete has decreased
B)nonroutine skills can be outsourced
C)the cost of data processing has increased considerably
D)the price to performance ratio of computers has fallen dramatically

Question 20

Marketing managers planning to use new social networking technologies to strengthen their market presence are portraying their ________.

A)systems thinking skills
B)collaboration skills
C)abstract reasoning skills
D)ability to experiment

Question 21

Moore's Law states that the speed of a computer doubles every 18 months.

Question 22

The number of businesses adopting new technologies has seen a downfall over the years.

Question 23

If you are provided with an unfamiliar program and are asked to use it,you are being tested on your ability to effectively collaborate.

Question 24

What is a marketable skill?

Question 25

Effective collaboration is all about being nice to your team members.

Question 26

When business was stable,professionals avoided experimenting in fear of failure.

Question 27

What is abstract reasoning?

Question 28

In a grocery store,the clerk scans the UPC code on an item,which is transmitted to the computer.The scanner device is an example of the ________ component of an IS.

A)procedure
B)hardware
C)software
D)data

Question 29

Which of the following is an example of the hardware component of an information system?

A)Web browser
B)microprocessor
C)data file
D)operating system

Question 30

A group of components that interact to achieve some purpose is referred to as a(n)________.

A)entity
B)element
C)process
D)system

Question 31

Experimentation only increases the fear of failure.

Question 32

Future business professionals need to be able to apply information technology to business.

Question 33

The knowledge to manage information systems can lead to greater job security.

Question 34

What is experimentation? Explain its importance.

Question 35

What is meant by systems thinking?

Question 36

Critical feedback undermines collaboration.

Question 37

What is collaboration? How can one ensure effective collaboration?

Question 38

Abstract reasoning is the ability to make and manipulate models.

Question 39

The five-component framework of an information system consists of computer hardware,software,data,people,and ________.

A)procedures
B)tools
C)bugs
D)device drivers

Question 40

Define Moore's Law and explain how the phenomenon it describes affects the technology business.

Question 41

Explain the management and use of information systems.

Question 42

Describe the five components of an information system using an example.

Question 43

Businesses themselves use information systems to achieve their strategies.

Question 44

An information system is a group of components that interact to produce information.

Question 45

Define management information systems.What are the key elements of its definition?

Question 46

Information systems and information technology are not the same.

Question 47

Information systems can be bought whereas information technology cannot.

Question 48

Information systems should be developed only if they help achieve business strategies.

Question 49

Which of the following is a critical responsibility for business professionals in using information systems?

A)creating and modifying the system's databases
B)building and configuring additional networks
C)protecting the security of the system and its data
D)reprogramming the system to meet changing needs

Question 50

Which of the following is true about the management and use of information systems?

A)Information systems need not be maintained after development.
B)Organisations with dynamic business environments do not use information systems.
C)An employee must be a programmer to manage information systems.
D)Information systems must be adapted to changing requirements.

Question 51

Which of the following is true about information systems?

A)They can be bought off the shelf.
B)They are the same as information technology.
C)They are an assembly of information technology.
D)They are not susceptible to changing needs.

Question 52

Which of the following distinguishes information systems from information technology?

A)data
B)people
C)software
D)hardware

Question 53

Which of the following is a valid reason for a company to create a new information system?

A)to project a modern image
B)to avoid falling behind the technology curve
C)to show its social networking presence on the Web
D)to help employees achieve the strategies of the business

Question 54

Building information systems requires many different skills besides those of programmers.

Question 55

What are the points one needs to keep in mind when deciding to implement a management information system (MIS)?

Question 56

Describe an information system.

Question 57

Why is it important for business professionals to take an active role in developing and managing information systems?

A)They are the people who know how to build networks.
B)They know how to create a database and configure computers.
C)They are the lone users of information systems.
D)They know whether a system is sufficient to meet needs and requirements.

Question 58

The methods used to start a program and save a file are referred to as procedures.

Question 59

Information systems are restricted to the field of information technology.

Question 60

Which of the following is the most complete and accurate definition of information technology?

A)the various data models and software that are used to interpret available information
B)the products,methods,inventions,and standards that are used to produce information
C)an assembly of hardware,software,data,procedures,and people that produces information
D)systems that are used to process the information that is produced using technology

Question 61

Which of the following characteristics would weaken a password?

A)containing a complete dictionary word
B)containing the numbers 9 and 3
C)containing three special characters
D)containing both upper- and lowercase letters

Question 62

Which of the following is considered a strong password?

A)BL@k2V1.0.1
B)paranoid4EVER
C)RileyyeliR
D)sword123

Question 63

Strong passwords have a maximum of five characters.

Question 64

Moving away to let another person enter his or her password is common and acceptable.

Question 65

Security systems ultimately depend on the behaviour of its ________.

A)data
B)users
C)hardware
D)software

Question 66

Explain the characteristics of a strong password.

Question 67

If your password is complex,it is ideal to write the password on a piece of paper and keep it near your workstation.

Question 68

In a situation where someone needs to log into your account to solve a problem and asks for your password,________.

A)refuse to provide the password
B)enter your password yourself
C)say it out loud
D)provide the password through an email

Question 69

Which of the following techniques is best suited for creating memorable,strong passwords?

A)use numbers instead of special characters
B)use at least one dictionary word in the password
C)base passwords on the first letter of the words in a phrase
D)create a password that is related to your name or company name

Question 70

If someone asks you for your password,do not share it with them.

Question 71

In order to protect your password,you should never ________.

A)write it down
B)create one that contains multiple special characters
C)use it more than three times in one day
D)use virtual keyboards to enter it

Question 72

Which of the following is the weakest password?

A)B33rmu9
B)As60$T1dd?dc
C)Qw37^T1bb?as
D)3B47qq<3>5!7bdE

Question 73

Which of the following statements on password etiquette is true?

A)Never use the password more than three times in one day.
B)Always back up your password by writing it down.
C)Never access an information system from a computer that is connected to the Internet.
D)If someone asks for your password,do not just give it out.

Question 74

Which of the following requirements should a password fulfill in order to be considered strong?

A)It should not contain your user name or company name.
B)It should have five characters at the most.
C)It should contain a complete dictionary word.
D)It should not contain many special characters.

Question 75

Good passwords contain a complete dictionary word.

Question 76

How can a strong password be made memorable?

Question 77

Explain the necessary password etiquette to be followed by the users of an information system.

Question 78

Explain the difference and the relationship between information technology (IT)and information systems (IS).

Question 79

You have created a password that meets all the criteria for a strong password.What is a potential drawback of such a password?

A)It will be very short.
B)It will create IP address conflicts in networks.
C)It can be easily guessed.
D)It will be difficult to remember.

Question 80

What is the role of users in information security?