Question 1

With the _____ approach, an organization chooses an outsourcing company in a neighboring country, such as when a U.S. organization chooses a company in Canada or Mexico.
A) onshore outsourcing
B) nearshore outsourcing
C) offshore outsourcing
D) farshore outsourcing

Accepted Answer

Nearshore outsourcing involves choosing an outsourcing company in a neighboring country, typically with similar time zones and cultural similarities. This can help reduce language and communication barriers, as well as travel costs and time differences compared to offshore outsourcing. Onshore outsourcing refers to choosing an outsourcing company within the same country, while offshore outsourcing involves choosing a company in a distant country. Farshore outsourcing is not a commonly used term.

Question 2

__________is an incremental development process that focuses on setting a minimum number of requirements and turning them into a working product.
A) Parallel programming
B) Extreme programming
C) Agile methodology
D) Rapid application development
E) Select

Accepted Answer

Agile methodology is an incremental development process that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and customer feedback, focusing on delivering a working product with a minimum set of requirements.

Question 3

In the context of structured systems analysis and design (SSAD) models, a _____ is a modeling tool that helps break down a complex process into simpler, more manageable, and more understandable subprocesses.
A) data flow diagram
B) flowchart
C) context diagram
D) conceptual data model

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the context of structured systems analysis...

Question 4

The systems development life cycle (SDLC) is also known as the _____.
A) ad hoc cycle
B) self-sourcing model
C) agile cycle
D) waterfall model

Accepted Answer

The SDLC is commonly known as the waterfall model, which is a linear and sequential approach to software development that consists of phases such as planning, analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance. The other options are less commonly associated with the SDLC. The ad hoc cycle suggests an informal and unstructured approach to development, while the self-sourcing model implies developing software in-house without external assistance. The agile cycle is a more iterative and flexible approach to development that emphasizes collaboration and adaptive planning.

Question 5

_____ are employees who will use an information system regularly and can offer important feedback on the system's strengths and weaknesses.
A) Internal users
B) Merchandise users
C) Suppliers
D) Contractors

Accepted Answer

Internal users are the employees who will use an information system regularly and can offer important feedback on the system's strengths and weaknesses. Merchandise users, suppliers, and contractors may also use an information system, but they may not be using it regularly and may not have the same level of insight as internal users.

Question 6

_____ is a philosophy and a software and system development methodology that focuses on the development, use, and reuse of small, self-contained blocks of codes to meet the software needs of an organization.
A) Extreme programming
B) Rapid application development
C) Service-oriented architecture
D) Joint application design

Accepted Answer

Service-oriented architecture (SOA) involves the use of small, modular software components called services, which can be easily reused and combined to create larger applications. This approach allows for greater flexibility, scalability, and interoperability between different systems and applications. Both Extreme programming (XP) and Rapid application development (RAD) are development methodologies, but they do not specifically focus on the use of small, self-contained blocks of code like SOA does. Joint application design (JAD) is a collaborative design process that involves stakeholders, users, and developers working together to create a software application, but it is not a development methodology or philosophy focused on code reuse.

Question 7

With the _____ approach, an organization chooses an outsourcing company in the same country.
A) onshore outsourcing
B) nearshore outsourcing
C) offshore outsourcing
D) farshore outsourcing

Accepted Answer

Onshore outsourcing refers to choosing an outsourcing company within the same country. This can be a good choice if the organization wants to maintain cultural or language similarities, reduce time zone differences, and minimize legal and regulatory differences. Onshore outsourcing also provides more control and oversight compared to other outsourcing options.

Question 8

Which of the following is a similarity between agile methodology and extreme programming (XP)?
A) Both give equal emphasis to team coding.
B) Both focus on an incremental development process.
C) Both respond to changing needs before the system is delivered.
D) Both have programmers perform different actions at the same time.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is a similarity...

Question 9

In _____ of the implementation phase of the systems development life cycle (SDLC), an old system is stopped and a new system is implemented.
A) parallel conversion
B) phased-in-phased-out conversion
C) plunge conversion
D) pilot conversion

Accepted Answer

Plunge conversion, also known as direct cutover conversion, involves stopping the old system and immediately implementing the new system. It is often considered the riskiest conversion method as there is no fallback option if the new system fails. However, it is also the quickest and cheapest method as it requires minimal preparation and testing.

Question 10

A__________is a tool used in the structured systems analysis and design (SSAD) model for data analysis.
A) conceptual data model
B) context diagram
C) flowchart
D) data flow diagram
E) Select

Accepted Answer

A conceptual data model is a tool used in the structured systems analysis and design (SSAD) model for data analysis. It is a graphical representation of the data entities and their relationships within a system.

Question 11

__________are small-scale versions of information systems, which are built before building the entire system, and are used to illustrate the system's benefits and allow users to offer feedback.
A) Structured systems
B) Prototypes
C) Flowcharts
D) Context diagrams
E) Select

Accepted Answer

Prototypes are small-scale versions of the system, built before the entire system is developed. They are used to illustrate the system's benefits and allow users to offer feedback. This helps in identifying any flaws or areas of improvement in the system before its actual development.

Question 12

In the context of an organization's information system, external users _____.
A) refrain from providing feedback to the organization
B) include customers, contractors, and suppliers
C) typically form part of the task force
D) are the employees who use the system

Accepted Answer

External users refer to individuals or entities outside the organization who interact with the organization's information system. This can include customers who place orders or make inquiries, contractors who provide services, and suppliers who deliver goods. These users do not typically form part of the organization's task force, nor are they the employees who use the system within the organization.

Question 13

_____ uses an iterative process that repeats the design, development, and testing steps as needed, based on feedback from users.
A) Extreme programming
B) Rapid application development
C) Service-oriented architecture
D) Joint application design

Accepted Answer

Rapid application development (RAD) uses an iterative process where each iteration includes design, development, and testing steps. This methodology is flexible and responds well to feedback from users, allowing for adjustments and improvements throughout the development process. RAD typically involves close collaboration between developers and end-users to optimize the final result.

Question 14

Which of the following is a difference between the systems development life cycle (SDLC) and extreme programming (XP)?
A) The SDLC model has a separate planning and analysis phase, whereas XP combines both the phases into one phase.
B) Developers following the SDLC model cannot go on to the next phase until the current phase is finished, whereas in XP, developers can move to any phase from the current phase.
C) In the SDLC model, changes cannot be made to a system once it is delivered to the user, whereas the XP method delivers the system to the users and then make changes suggested by the user.
D) The SDLC model develops an entire system at once, whereas XP uses incremental steps to improve an information system's quality.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is a difference...

Question 15

In the context of structured systems analysis and design (SSAD) models, a _____ is a tool that illustrates the logical steps in a process but does not show data elements and associations.
A) data flow diagram
B) flowchart
C) context diagram
D) conceptual data model

Accepted Answer

A flowchart is a SSAD tool that illustrates the logical steps in a process, but does not show data elements and associations, whereas a data flow diagram (A) shows the flow of data and associations between data elements. A context diagram (C) shows the high-level system and its interactions with external entities, while a conceptual data model (D) shows the main entities and their relationships in a system.

Question 16

The end result of the__________of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) model should give users and top management a clear view of what the problem is and how the information system will solve the problem.
A) planning phase
B) requirements-gathering phase
C) design phase
D) implementation phase
E) Select

Accepted Answer

The answer of The end result of the__________of the systems...

Question 17

In the context of structured systems analysis and design (SSAD) models, a _____ is a tool that helps analysts understand the data requirements an information system must meet by defining data elements and showing the associations between them.
A) data flow diagram
B) flowchart
C) context diagram
D) conceptual data model

Accepted Answer

A conceptual data model is a SSAD tool that defines the data elements required by an information system and shows the relationships between them. Data flow diagrams and flowcharts are also SSAD models, but they focus more on the processes and flow of data within a system, while a context diagram is a high-level view of the system's inputs and outputs.

Question 18

The _____, created during the requirements-gathering and analysis phase of the systems development life cycle (SDLC), indicates the end of the analysis phase and the start of the design phase.
A) maintenance plan document
B) system specifications document
C) blueprint document
D) execution document

Accepted Answer

The system specifications document is created during the requirements-gathering and analysis phase of the SDLC, and it outlines the functional and technical requirements of the system. Its completion indicates the end of the analysis phase and the start of the design phase. The other choices are not typically created at this stage of the SDLC.

Question 19

Computer-aided systems engineering (CASE) tools are typically used during the _____ of the systems development life cycle (SDLC).
A) planning phase
B) design phase
C) implementation phase
D) maintenance phase

Accepted Answer

CASE tools are usually used during the design phase of the SDLC which involves creating the blueprints for the system, including designing user interfaces, databases, and other components.

Question 20

In the design phase of the systems development life cycle (SDLC), the _____ indicates hardware and software, such as specifying Linux servers and Windows clients.
A) theoretical design
B) physical design
C) conceptual design
D) logical design

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the design phase of the systems...

Quiz 10: Building Successful Information Systems

With the _____ approach, an organization chooses an outsourcing company in a neighboring country, such as when a U.S. organization chooses a company in Canada or Mexico.

__________is an incremental development process that focuses on setting a minimum number of requirements and turning them into a working product.

In the context of structured systems analysis and design (SSAD) models, a _____ is a modeling tool that helps break down a complex process into simpler, more manageable, and more understandable subprocesses.

The systems development life cycle (SDLC) is also known as the _____.

_____ are employees who will use an information system regularly and can offer important feedback on the system's strengths and weaknesses.

_____ is a philosophy and a software and system development methodology that focuses on the development, use, and reuse of small, self-contained blocks of codes to meet the software needs of an organization.

With the _____ approach, an organization chooses an outsourcing company in the same country.

Which of the following is a similarity between agile methodology and extreme programming (XP) ?

In _____ of the implementation phase of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) , an old system is stopped and a new system is implemented.

A__________is a tool used in the structured systems analysis and design (SSAD) model for data analysis.

__________are small-scale versions of information systems, which are built before building the entire system, and are used to illustrate the system's benefits and allow users to offer feedback.

In the context of an organization's information system, external users _____.

_____ uses an iterative process that repeats the design, development, and testing steps as needed, based on feedback from users.

Which of the following is a difference between the systems development life cycle (SDLC) and extreme programming (XP) ?

In the context of structured systems analysis and design (SSAD) models, a _____ is a tool that illustrates the logical steps in a process but does not show data elements and associations.

The end result of the__________of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) model should give users and top management a clear view of what the problem is and how the information system will solve the problem.

In the context of structured systems analysis and design (SSAD) models, a _____ is a tool that helps analysts understand the data requirements an information system must meet by defining data elements and showing the associations between them.

The _____, created during the requirements-gathering and analysis phase of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) , indicates the end of the analysis phase and the start of the design phase.

Computer-aided systems engineering (CASE) tools are typically used during the _____ of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) .

In the design phase of the systems development life cycle (SDLC) , the _____ indicates hardware and software, such as specifying Linux servers and Windows clients.