Question 1

MATCHING
Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.
-The name for new business support systems that produced valuable information, in addition to performing manual tasks; their primary users were managers.
A)MIS f. team leaders
B)network model g. operational employees
C)object model h. supply chain management
D)fuzzy logic i. data model
E)ERP j. prototype

Accepted Answer

The phrase describes a Management Information System (MIS), which is designed to support managers with valuable information beyond just manual tasks.

Answer: E
 The phrase could also describe an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, which integrates various business functions to provide managers with valuable information to support decision-making.

Note: None of the other choices accurately match the phrase given.

Question 2

-In the accompanying figure showing the components of an information system, the people, called _________________________, interact with an information system, both inside and outside the company.

Accepted Answer

The answer of 
-In the accompanying figure showing the components...

Question 3

-In the accompanying figure showing the components of an information system, _________________________ refer(s) to the programs that control the hardware and produce the desired information or results.

Accepted Answer

The answer of 
-In the accompanying figure showing the components...

Question 4

MATCHING
Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.
-Many knowledge management systems use this technique, which allows inferences to be drawn from imprecise relationships.
A)MIS f. team leaders
B)network model g. operational employees
C)object model h. supply chain management
D)fuzzy logic i. data model
E)ERP j. prototype

Accepted Answer

Fuzzy logic is the technique that allows inferences to be drawn from imprecise relationships.

Question 5

MATCHING
Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.
-People who oversee operational employees and carry out day-to-day functions.
A)MIS 
B)network model 
C)object model 
D)fuzzy logic 
E)ERP 
F) team leaders
G) operational employees
H) supply chain management
I) data model
J) prototype

Accepted Answer

Team leaders are the people who oversee operational employees and carry out day-to-day functions. The other options are related to different aspects of business operations such as management information systems (MIS), networking, object modeling, fuzzy logic, enterprise resource planning (ERP), supply chain management, data modeling, and prototyping.

Question 6

The systems implementation phase of the SDLC includes an assessment, called a(n) _________________________, to determine whether the system operates properly and if costs and benefits are within expectation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The systems implementation phase of the SDLC...

Question 7

-In the accompanying figure showing the components of an information system, _________________________ consist(s) of everything in the physical layer of the information system.

Accepted Answer

The answer of 
-In the accompanying figure showing the components...

Question 8

Traditional companies sometimes are called _________________________ companies because they conduct business primarily from physical locations.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Traditional companies sometimes are called _________________________ companies...

Question 9

_________________________ design and construct Web pages, monitor traffic, manage hardware and software, and link Web-based applications to a company's information systems.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________________________ design and construct Web pages, monitor...

Question 10

A(n) _________________________ uses various symbols and shapes to represent data flow, processing, and storage.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _________________________ uses various symbols and shapes...

Question 11

A truck fleet dispatcher might run a series of _________________________ scenarios to determine the impact of increased shipments or bad weather.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A truck fleet dispatcher might run a...

Question 12

_________________________ technology uses high-frequency radio waves to track physical object.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________________________ technology uses high-frequency radio waves to...

Question 13

Many hardware and software companies offer _________________________ for IT professionals, which verifies that an individual demonstrated a certain level of knowledge and skill on a standardized test.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Many hardware and software companies offer _________________________...

Question 14

_________________________ programs run on a company intranet and enable users to share data, collaborate on projects, and work in teams.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________________________ programs run on a company intranet...

Question 15

MATCHING
Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.
-In many large companies, these kinds of systems provide cost-effective support for users and managers throughout the company.
A)MIS f. team leaders
B)network model g. operational employees
C)object model h. supply chain management
D)fuzzy logic i. data model
E)ERP j. prototype

Accepted Answer

ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems are designed to provide cost-effective support for users and managers throughout a company. They integrate various organizational systems and streamline business processes, making them a popular choice in large companies. The other options listed do not specifically relate to this use case.

Question 16

-In the accompanying figure showing the components of an information system, _________________________ is/are the raw material that an information system transforms into useful information.

Accepted Answer

The answer of 
-In the accompanying figure showing the components...

Question 17

MATCHING
Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.
-A B2B site that allows buyers, sellers, distributors, and manufacturer to offer products, submit specifications, and transact business.
A)MIS 
B)network model 
C)object model 
D)fuzzy logic 
E)ERP 
F) team leaders
G) operational employees
H) supply chain management
I) data model
J) prototype

Accepted Answer

The description matches the concept of supply chain management, which involves the coordination of activities involved in moving goods from suppliers to customers.

Answer: A
 The description matches the concept of MIS (Management Information System), which is a system that provides information to support decision-making processes in organizations.

Answer: E
 The description matches the concept of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), which is a software system that integrates various business functions such as accounting, manufacturing, and human resources.

Question 18

-In the accompanying figure showing the components of an information system, _________________________ describe(s) the tasks and business functions that users, managers, and IT staff members perform to achieve specific results.

Accepted Answer

The answer of 
-In the accompanying figure showing the components...

Question 19

Internet-based commerce is called _________________________ and includes two main sectors: B2C (business-to-consumer) and B2B (business-to-business).

Accepted Answer

The answer of Internet-based commerce is called _________________________ and includes...

Question 20

The newest category of company is the _________________________ whose primary business depends on the Internet rather than a traditional business channel.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The newest category of company is the...

Quiz 1: Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -The name for new business support systems that produced valuable information, in addition to performing manual tasks; their primary users were managers.

-In the accompanying figure showing the components of an information system, the people, called _________________________, interact with an information system, both inside and outside the company.

-In the accompanying figure showing the components of an information system, _________________________ refer(s) to the programs that control the hardware and produce the desired information or results.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -Many knowledge management systems use this technique, which allows inferences to be drawn from imprecise relationships.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -People who oversee operational employees and carry out day-to-day functions.

The systems implementation phase of the SDLC includes an assessment, called a(n) _________________________, to determine whether the system operates properly and if costs and benefits are within expectation.

-In the accompanying figure showing the components of an information system, _________________________ consist(s) of everything in the physical layer of the information system.

Traditional companies sometimes are called _________________________ companies because they conduct business primarily from physical locations.

_________________________ design and construct Web pages, monitor traffic, manage hardware and software, and link Web-based applications to a company's information systems.

A(n) _________________________ uses various symbols and shapes to represent data flow, processing, and storage.

A truck fleet dispatcher might run a series of _________________________ scenarios to determine the impact of increased shipments or bad weather.

_________________________ technology uses high-frequency radio waves to track physical object.

Many hardware and software companies offer _________________________ for IT professionals, which verifies that an individual demonstrated a certain level of knowledge and skill on a standardized test.

_________________________ programs run on a company intranet and enable users to share data, collaborate on projects, and work in teams.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -In many large companies, these kinds of systems provide cost-effective support for users and managers throughout the company.

-In the accompanying figure showing the components of an information system, _________________________ is/are the raw material that an information system transforms into useful information.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -A B2B site that allows buyers, sellers, distributors, and manufacturer to offer products, submit specifications, and transact business.

-In the accompanying figure showing the components of an information system, _________________________ describe(s) the tasks and business functions that users, managers, and IT staff members perform to achieve specific results.

Internet-based commerce is called _________________________ and includes two main sectors: B2C (business-to-consumer) and B2B (business-to-business).

The newest category of company is the _________________________ whose primary business depends on the Internet rather than a traditional business channel.