Question 1

What involves computers understanding and acting on verbal or written commands?

Accepted Answer

Natural language processing involves computers being able to understand and act on verbal or written commands given in natural human language. It is a subfield of artificial intelligence.

Question 2

Conner is the new manager and he would like to assess the system performance within his department.He is interested in finding out the real value of those systems put in place.What measure is he interested in?

Accepted Answer

Conner is interested in finding out the real value of the systems put in place, which refers to the effectiveness of those systems in achieving the department's goals. Efficiency refers to how well resources are used, productivity refers to the output produced relative to the input, and net worth refers to the value of the department as a whole, not just the systems in place.

Question 3

How long can a Twitter tweet be?

Accepted Answer

Twitter tweets can be a maximum of 140 characters, including spaces and punctuation. This is the standard length for tweets and has been in place since Twitter's inception.

Question 4

Company JX is replacing its old human resources systems with one that would manage all aspects of the organization, including the financial and manufacturing systems, as coordinated systems.What system is this?

Accepted Answer

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are designed to integrate all aspects of an organization's operations into a coordinated, streamlined system. This includes managing human resources, finances, manufacturing, supply chain, and more, making it an ideal choice for Company JX's needs. Transaction processing systems (A) focus on handling routine, day-to-day transactions, while artificial intelligence (C) and expert (D) systems are more focused on analyzing data and providing insights.

Question 5

What consists of computer programs that govern the operation of the computer?

Accepted Answer

Computer programs that govern the operation of the computer are called software. Hardware refers to the physical components of the computer, applications are specific software programs designed for specific tasks, and telecommunications refer to the communication of information over long distances through technologies such as the internet or phone lines.

Question 6

Vivek is assessing the lowest cost to build 20 computers with the shortest time frame.What measure is he interested in?

Accepted Answer

Efficiency is the measure of how well resources are used to achieve a goal. In this case, Vivek is trying to build 20 computers with the lowest cost and shortest time frame. Efficiency is the measure that will help him achieve this goal.

Question 7

What consists of computer equipment used to perform input, processing, and output activities?

Accepted Answer

The equipment used to perform input, processing, and output activities is hardware. Therefore, option D is the correct answer. Option A refers to the broader field of using technology to manage information, option B pertains to the underlying components and services that allow technology to function, and option C deals with communication networks and systems.

Question 8

What branch of artificial intelligence allows computers to recognize and act on patterns or trends?

Accepted Answer

Neural networks are a branch of artificial intelligence that use algorithms to recognize patterns and trends in data. They are modeled after the human brain and are designed to learn from input data, improving their accuracy over time. This allows computers to recognize patterns and make predictions or decisions based on that information.

Question 9

What type of hardware are keyboards, automatic scanning devices, and equipment that can read magnetic ink characters?

Accepted Answer

Keyboards, automatic scanning devices, and equipment that can read magnetic ink characters are all examples of input hardware, as they are used to input data into a computer system.

Question 10

In information systems, what is used to make changes to input or processing activities?

Accepted Answer

Feedback is used to make changes to input or processing activities. It involves evaluating the output of a system and using that information to make adjustments to the input or processing activities. Forecasting involves predicting future trends and is not directly related to making changes to input or processing activities. Output refers to the result of processing activities, while conversion refers to the transformation of data from one format to another, and neither are directly related to making changes to input or processing activities.

Question 11

What is considered to be the most important element in a computer-based information system?

Accepted Answer

While all elements are important in a computer-based information system, people are the most important as they design, operate, and utilize the system. Human factors such as training, motivation, and communication are crucial in ensuring successful implementation and use of the system.

Question 12

The value of information is directly linked to how it helps decision makers achieve which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The value of information is directly linked to how it helps decision makers achieve their organization's goals, which can encompass profits, cost reduction, and quality improvement measures, but also extend beyond those specific areas. Therefore, while options A, C, and D could all be components of an organization's goals, option B encompasses the broadest and most comprehensive definition of what decision makers seek to achieve.

Question 13

Which of the following connects computers and equipment in a building, around the country, or around the world to enable electronic communications?

Accepted Answer

A network connects computers and equipment to enable electronic communication. Telecommunication refers to the transmission of signals, while telecommuting is the practice of working from home using a computer or telecommunications equipment. A database is a structured collection of data that can be accessed, managed, and updated.

Question 14

Which of the following is a network based on Web technologies that allows only selected outsiders, such as business partners and customers, to access authorized resources of a company's intranet?

Accepted Answer

An extranet is a network based on Web technologies that allows only selected outsiders, such as business partners and customers, to access authorized resources of a company's intranet. A portal is a website that provides centralized access to a variety of information, applications, and services. Cloud and Wi-Fi are not relevant to the given scenario.

Question 15

Which of the following is an important component of every information system that helps organizations to improve customer service?

Accepted Answer

A feedback mechanism is an important component of every information system that helps organizations to improve customer service. It allows customers to provide feedback, both positive and negative, about their experience with the organization's products or services. This feedback can be used to make improvements and enhance customer satisfaction. While hardware, software, and data are also important components of information systems, they do not directly improve customer service in the same way that a feedback mechanism does.

Question 16

What is the term used for the process of tracking stock indexes and markets, including purchasing large blocks of stocks, by computerized systems?

Accepted Answer

Program trading is the term used for the process of tracking stock indexes and markets, including purchasing large blocks of stocks, by computerized systems.

Question 17

What is the term for an organized collection of people, procedures, software, databases, and devices that support problem-specific decision making?

Accepted Answer

A DSS (Decision Support System) is a system that is specifically designed to support problem-specific decision making through the integration of people, procedures, software, databases, and devices. A TPS (Transaction Processing System) is a system that processes routine transactions, while an MIS (Management Information System) is a system that provides information for management decision making. A virtual reality system is a system that allows users to experience a computer-generated environment. None of these systems are specifically designed for problem-specific decision making.

Question 18

What involves using information systems and the Internet to acquire parts and supplies?

Accepted Answer

E-procurement involves using information systems and the Internet to acquire parts and supplies. E-commerce and e-business are broader terms that refer to conducting business online, which may or may not involve procurement of parts and supplies. Mobile commerce specifically refers to conducting business transactions through mobile devices.

Question 19

What system, developed in the 1950s, was the earliest type of business information system?

Accepted Answer

The earliest type of business information system developed in the 1950s was the transaction processing system, which was used to process and store large volumes of routine transactions such as payroll, inventory, and sales. The other systems mentioned, such as enterprise resource planning and decision support systems, were developed later. E-commerce systems are a more recent development, dating from the advent of the internet in the 1990s.

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of application software that allows you to accomplish specific tasks, such as word processing or tabulating numbers?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Office 2010 is an application software suite that includes programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint which allow users to accomplish specific tasks such as word processing and tabulating numbers. Systems software (A) is a type of software that manages the computer hardware and provides a platform for applications to run on. Windows 7 (B) and Windows Vista (D) are operating systems which are also types of systems software.

Quiz 1: Introduction to Information Systems