Question 1

Which R/3 module records transactions in the general ledger?
A)CO
B)WF
C)FI
D)PS

Accepted Answer

The FI (Financial Accounting) module is responsible for recording transactions in the general ledger. CO (Controlling), WF (Workflow), and PS (Project System) are different modules that are not directly related to general ledger accounting.

Question 2

Bumpy rollouts of ERP systems are usually caused by:
A)software problems
B)people problems
C)hardware problems
D)configuration problems

Accepted Answer

Bumpy rollouts of ERP systems are most commonly caused by people problems, such as resistance to change, lack of training or expertise, poor communication and collaboration between departments, and insufficient management support and involvement in the implementation process. While software, hardware, and configuration problems can also contribute to challenges in implementing an ERP system, these issues are typically easier to resolve than people-related issues.

Question 3

Which of the following module in SAP is a set of tools that can automate the activities in SAP ERP?
A)Workflow
B)Controlling
C)Financial Accounting
D)Project System

Accepted Answer

Workflow is a set of tools that can automate the activities in SAP ERP, enabling the system to route tasks to the appropriate user at the right time. The other modules listed (Controlling, Financial Accounting, Project System) do not have this feature.

Question 4

One assessment of a project's value is calculated by the:
A)DVT
B)PMT
C)ROI
D)PPT

Accepted Answer

ROI (Return on Investment) is a commonly used metric to assess a project's value. It measures the return received on an investment relative to the cost of the investment. The higher the ROI, the more beneficial the project is deemed to be. DVT (Discounted Value of Money), PMT (Payment), and PPT (Project Performance Tracking) may also be useful metrics in project assessment, but they do not provide a comprehensive evaluation of the project's overall value.

Question 5

____________________ means that the capacity of a piece of equipment can be increased by adding new hardware.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ means that the capacity of a...

Question 6

Originially,in English,SAP was an acronym for ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Originially,in English,SAP was an acronym for ____________________....

Question 7

An ERP system for a large company will cost ____,including software,training,and implementation.
A)$100-500 million
B)$1-5 million
C)$1-5 billion
D)$50,000-$500,000

Accepted Answer

ERP systems for large companies are complex and require significant investment in software, training, and implementation, often costing between $100 million and $500 million.

Question 8

When top management is queried on the reasons for implementing ERP systems,the overriding answer is ____.
A)cost saving
B)control
C)increased profitability
D)inventory management

Accepted Answer

The top management's overriding reason for implementing ERP systems is control, as ERP systems provide a centralized platform for managing various business functions and ensuring consistency and standardization in processes. While cost-saving, increased profitability, and inventory management are potential benefits of ERP systems, they are not the primary reason for implementing them.

Question 9

____________________ is the direct computer-to-computer exchange of standard business documents.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is the direct computer-to-computer exchange of...

Question 10

____________________ states that the number of transistors on a computer chip doubles every 24 months.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ states that the number of transistors...

Question 11

A central-local computer arrangement is called ____________________ architecture.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A central-local computer arrangement is called ____________________...

Question 12

The prediction of future sales is the ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The prediction of future sales is the...

Question 13

As part of the ______ process,a company can define any number of tolerance groups with a range of limits,and can then assign employees to these tolerance groups. 
A)manufacturing	
B)development
C)configuration
D)programming

Accepted Answer

The configuration process typically involves defining and setting up various parameters, including tolerance groups, which specify limits for employee transactions such as purchase orders or expense reports. This helps ensure compliance and prevent fraud.

Question 14

The software that holds that data in an organized fashion,and that allows for the easy retrieval of data,is the ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The software that holds that data in...

Question 15

In ____________________,third-party software companies are encouraged to develop add-on software products that can be integrated with existing software.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In ____________________,third-party software companies are encouraged to...

Question 16

____________________ software allows a plant manager to plan production and raw materials requirements by working backward from the sales forecast.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ software allows a plant manager to...

Question 17

Which of the following is a benefit to running an ERP system?
A)Global integration
B)Elimination of updating and repairing multiple systems
C)Capability to manage operations,not just monitor them
D)All of the above are benefits

Accepted Answer

Running an ERP system provides various benefits including global integration, elimination of updating and repairing multiple systems, as well as the capability to manage operations, not just monitor them. Therefore, all the options mentioned (A,B and C) are benefits to running an ERP system.

Question 18

After a company chooses the modules they want to implement,they must decide on ____ options,which allow the customer to customize the modules to fit their business to some extent.
A)settings
B)configuration
C)flexible
D)tandem

Accepted Answer

Configuration options allow customers to customize the modules to fit their business needs. Settings may also allow some customization, but not to the extent that configuration options do. Flexible and tandem are not used in this context.

Question 19

The ______ module helps the company manage fixed-asset purchases (plant and machinery)and related depreciation.
A)Plant Maintenance
B)Asset Management
C)Materials Management
D)Product Planning

Accepted Answer

The Asset Management module helps the company manage fixed-asset purchases (plant and machinery) and related depreciation.

Question 20

SAP's internal programming language is called:
A)R/3
B)C++
C)Visual Basic
D)ABAP

Accepted Answer

SAP's internal programming language is called ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming). It is a fourth-generation programming language (4GL) that was developed specifically for the SAP platform. It is used to develop custom reports, interfaces, and business applications within the SAP environment.

Quiz 2: The Development of Enterprise Resource Planning Systems

Which R/3 module records transactions in the general ledger?

Bumpy rollouts of ERP systems are usually caused by:

Which of the following module in SAP is a set of tools that can automate the activities in SAP ERP?

One assessment of a project's value is calculated by the:

____________________ means that the capacity of a piece of equipment can be increased by adding new hardware.

Originially,in English,SAP was an acronym for ____________________.

An ERP system for a large company will cost ____,including software,training,and implementation.

When top management is queried on the reasons for implementing ERP systems,the overriding answer is ____.

____________________ is the direct computer-to-computer exchange of standard business documents.

____________________ states that the number of transistors on a computer chip doubles every 24 months.

A central-local computer arrangement is called ____________________ architecture.

The prediction of future sales is the ____________________.

As part of the ______ process,a company can define any number of tolerance groups with a range of limits,and can then assign employees to these tolerance groups.

The software that holds that data in an organized fashion,and that allows for the easy retrieval of data,is the ____________________.

In ____________________,third-party software companies are encouraged to develop add-on software products that can be integrated with existing software.

____________________ software allows a plant manager to plan production and raw materials requirements by working backward from the sales forecast.

Which of the following is a benefit to running an ERP system?

After a company chooses the modules they want to implement,they must decide on ____ options,which allow the customer to customize the modules to fit their business to some extent.

The ______ module helps the company manage fixed-asset purchases (plant and machinery) and related depreciation.

SAP's internal programming language is called: