WGU PRACTICE SET 2026 FULL SOLUTION
◉ EIS. Answer: There are different types of information systems
based on the different levels of hierarchy in an organization. Which
one helps senior executives analyze information and come up with
alternate actions and business strategies?
a.) DSS
b.) EIS
c.) MIS
d.) TPS
◉ MIS. Answer: There are different types of information systems
based on the different levels of hierarchy in an organization. Which
system helps managers manage their departments more efficiently?
a.) DSS
b.) EIS
c.) MIS
d.) TPS
,◉ DSS. Answer: There are different types of information systems
based on the different levels of hierarchy in an organization. Which
system helps support business decision-making activities by
manipulating and building upon the information from the systems
below it in the hierarchy?
a.) DSS
b.) EIS
c.) TPS
d.) MIS
◉ Technology. Answer: Businesses face difficult decisions regarding
their hardware needs. Constant changes in WHAT can lead to
obsolescence?
a.) Technology
b.) Communication
c.) Training
◉ Software. Answer: Various types of WHAT enable companies to
utilize their information systems hardware and networks more
effectively?
a.) Software
,b.) Technology
c.) People
◉ False. Answer: True or false. Telephones are an example of how
information systems are used in business.
a.) True
b.) False
◉ True. Answer: True or false. Point-of-sale cash registers at a fast-
food restaurant are an example of an information system.
a.) True
b.) False
◉ True. Answer: True or false. Hardware and software are examples
of information technology.
a.) True
b.) False
, ◉ Communication. Answer: One reason IT is important is because
video conferencing has become cheaper, quicker, more collaborative,
and more efficient. Of what IT benefit is this an example?
a.) Cost effectiveness
b.) Communication
c.) Product development
d.) Globalization
◉ Cost effectiveness. Answer: IT is important because it helps
businesses streamline processes that increase productivity and
profits. What IT benefit does this exemplify?
a.) Communication
b.) Cost effectiveness
c.) Product development
d.) Globalization
◉ Product development. Answer: IT is important because it helps
ensure new, quality products reach the market faster and to more
customers and suppliers. This is an example of which IT benefit?
a.) Product development