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1. When repetitive transaction-processing operations are automated, human involvement is
increasingly required.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. Computers are most beneficial in transaction-processing
operations. These operations are repetitive, such as printing
numerous checks, or involving enormous volumes of data, such as
inventory control in a multinational textile company. When these
systems are automated, human involvement is minimal.
Incorrect Incorrect. Computers are most beneficial in transaction-processing
operations. These operations are repetitive, such as printing
numerous checks, or involving enormous volumes of data, such as
inventory control in a multinational textile company. When these
systems are automated, human involvement is minimal.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.3 - Define transaction-processing systems.
TOPICS: The Beginning
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
2. In a management information system (MIS) application, processes are usually methods for
performing a task.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. In an MIS application, processes are usually methods for
performing a task.
Incorrect Incorrect. In an MIS application, processes are usually methods for
performing a task.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.4 - Define management information systems.
TOPICS: Management Information Systems
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
3. In designing a management information system (MIS), the first task is to collect data and
analyze it.
a. True
b. False
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ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. In designing an MIS, the first task is to clearly define the
system's objectives.
Incorrect Incorrect. In designing an MIS, the first task is to clearly define the
system's objectives.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.4 - Define management information systems.
TOPICS: Management Information Systems
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
4. The threat of new entrants into the marketplace is high when duplicating a company's product
or service is difficult.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. The threat of new market entrants is low when duplicating
a company's product or service is complex.
Incorrect Incorrect. The threat of new market entrants is low when
duplicating a company's product or service is complex.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.9 - Analyze how information technologies are used to
gain a competitive advantage.
TOPICS: Using Information Systems and Information Technologies
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
5. Rivalry among existing competitors is high when many occupy the same marketplace
position.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. Rivalry among existing competitors is high when many
occupy the same marketplace position; it is low when there are few
competitors.
Incorrect Incorrect. Rivalry among existing competitors is high when many
occupy the same marketplace position; it is low when there are few
competitors.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.9 - Analyze how information technologies are used to
gain a competitive advantage.
TOPICS: Using Information Systems and Information Technologies
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
6. In the context of information systems jobs, a database administrator is responsible for
developing an entire information system by writing computer programs.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. A computer programmer writes computer programs or
software segments that allow an information system to perform a
specific task. A database administrator is responsible for database
design and implementation.
Incorrect Incorrect. A computer programmer writes computer programs or
software segments that allow an information system to perform a
specific task. A database administrator is responsible for database
design and implementation.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.11 - Review the IT job market.
TOPICS: The IT Job Market
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
7. _____ is a social networking and short-messaging service.
a. Twitter
b. Yahoo
c. Bing
d. Baidu
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. Correct. Twitter (www.twitter.com) is an example of a social
networking and short-message service. Users can send and
receive brief text updates, called Tweets.
b. Incorrect. Twitter (www.twitter.com) is an example of a social
networking and short-message service. Users can send and
receive brief text updates, called Tweets.
c. Incorrect. Twitter (www.twitter.com) is an example of a social
networking and short-message service. Users can send and
receive brief text updates called
d. Incorrect. Twitter (www.twitter.com) is an example of a social
networking and short-message service. Users can send and
receive brief text updates, called Tweets.
POINTS: 1
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QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.1 - Discuss common applications of computers and
information systems.
TOPICS: Computers and Information Systems in Daily Life
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
8. What is an example of a video-sharing site?
a. Truecaller
b. YouTube
c. eBay
d. PayPal
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. In addition, people use video-sharing sites to watch the
news, sporting events, and entertainment videos. One of the
most popular sites is YouTube (www.youtube.com).
b. Correct. In addition, people use video-sharing sites to watch the
news, sporting events, and entertainment videos. One of the
most popular sites is YouTube (www.youtube.com).
c. Incorrect. In addition, people use video-sharing sites to watch the
news, sporting events, and entertainment videos. One of the
most popular sites is YouTube (www.youtube.com).
d. Incorrect. In addition, people use video-sharing sites to watch the
news, sporting events, and entertainment videos. One of the
most popular sites is YouTube (www.youtube.com).
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.1 - Discuss common applications of computers and
information systems.
TOPICS: Computers and Information Systems in Daily Life
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
9. Social networking sites can reduce organizations' costs by _____.
a. giving customers more access to all sorts of organizational information
b. limiting buyers' choices by offering services that make it difficult for customers to
switch,
c. providing an inexpensive medium for targeting a large customer base.
d. customizing the organization's website and offering many options to customers
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. Social networking sites can reduce organizations' costs
by providing an inexpensive medium for targeting a large
customer base. Information systems and technologies help
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organizations be more competitive and improve efficiency and
effectiveness.
b. Incorrect. Social networking sites can reduce organizations' costs
by providing an inexpensive medium for targeting a large
customer base. Information systems and technologies help
organizations be more competitive and improve efficiency and
effectiveness.
c. Correct. Social networking sites can reduce organizations' costs
by providing an inexpensive medium for targeting a large
customer base. Information systems and information
technologies are used to help organizations be more competitive,
and technologies are used to help organizations be more
competitive and improve their overall efficiency and
effectiveness.
d. Incorrect. Social networking sites can reduce organizations' costs
by providing an inexpensive medium for targeting a large
customer base. Information systems and technologies help
organizations be more competitive and improve efficiency and
effectiveness.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.1 - Discuss common applications of computers and
information systems.
TOPICS: Computers and Information Systems in Daily Life
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
10. _____ is skilled in using productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets,
database management systems, and presentation software.
a. Network literacy
b. Business literacy
c. Information literacy
d. Computer literacy
ANSWER: d
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. Computer literacy is a skill in using productivity
software, such as word processors, spreadsheets, database
management systems, and presentation software, and having a
basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet, and
collaboration tools and technologies.
b. Incorrect. Computer literacy is a skill in using productivity
software, such as word processors, spreadsheets, database
management systems, and presentation software, and having a
basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet, and
collaboration tools and technologies.
c. Incorrect. Computer literacy is a skill in using productivity
software, such as word processors, spreadsheets, database
management systems, and presentation software, and having a
basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet, and
collaboration tools and technologies.
d. Correct. Computer literacy is a skill in using productivity software,
such as word processors, spreadsheets, database management
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systems, and presentation software, and having a basic
knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet, and
collaboration tools and technologies.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.2 - Explain the differences between computer literacy and
information literacy.
TOPICS: Computer Literacy and Information Literacy
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
11. Jackie knows how to use word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation software. They
also have a basic knowledge of hardware, software, and the Internet. Given this information, it
can be concluded that Jackie has _____ literacy.
a. network
b. computer
c. information
d. business
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jackie
has computer literacy. Computer literacy is a skill in using
productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets,
database management systems, and presentation software, and
having a basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet,
and collaboration tools and technologies.
b. Correct. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jackie
has computer literacy. Computer literacy is a skill in using
productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets,
database management systems, and presentation software, and
having a basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet,
and collaboration tools and technologies.
c. Incorrect. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jackie
has computer literacy. Computer literacy is a skill in using
productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets,
database management systems, and presentation software, and
having a basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet,
and collaboration tools and technologies.
d. Incorrect. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jackie
has computer literacy. Computer literacy is a skill in using
productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets,
database management systems, and presentation software, and
having a basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet,
and collaboration tools and technologies.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.2 - Explain the differences between computer literacy and
information literacy.
TOPICS: Computer Literacy and Information Literacy
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KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Analyze
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
12. Business _____ provides historical, current, and predictive views of business operations and
environments and gives organizations a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
a. intelligence
b. differentiation
c. indexing
d. exploration
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. Correct. Business intelligence provides historical, current, and
predictive views of business operations and environments and
gives organizations a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
b. Incorrect. Business intelligence provides historical, current, and
predictive views of business operations and environments and
gives organizations a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
c. Incorrect. Business intelligence provides historical, current, and
predictive views of business operations and environments and
gives organizations a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
d. Incorrect. Business intelligence provides historical, current, and
predictive views of business operations and environments and
gives organizations a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.2 - Explain the differences between computer literacy and
information literacy.
TOPICS: Computer Literacy and Information Literacy
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
13. Transaction-processing systems _____.
a. involves low volumes of data
b. requires extensive managerial judgment
c. involves repetitive operations
d. requires maximum human involvement
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. Transaction-processing operations are repetitive, such
as printing numerous checks or involving enormous volumes of
data, such as inventory control in a multinational textile company.
When these systems are automated, human involvement is
minimal.
b. Incorrect. Transaction-processing operations are repetitive, such
as printing numerous checks or involving enormous volumes of
data, such as inventory control in a multinational textile company.
When these systems are automated, human involvement is
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minimal.
c. Correct. Transaction-processing operations are repetitive, such
as printing numerous checks or involving enormous volumes of
data, such as inventory control in a multinational textile company.
When these systems are automated, human involvement is
minimal.
d. Incorrect. Transaction-processing operations are repetitive, such
as printing numerous checks or involving enormous volumes of
data, such as inventory control in a multinational textile company.
When these systems are automated, human involvement is
minimal.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.3 - Define transaction-processing systems.
TOPICS: The Beginning
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
14. The data component of an information system is:
a. the input to the information system.
b. a series of integrated files containing relevant facts.
c. a set of facts that the process component has analyzed.
d. the output of the information system.
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. Correct. An information system's data component is considered
the system's input.
b. Incorrect. An information system's data component is considered
the system's input.
c. Incorrect. An information system's data component is considered
the system's input.
d. Incorrect. An information system's data component is considered
the system's input.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.5 - Describe the four major components of an information
system.
TOPICS: Major Components of an Information System
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
15. In the context of the data component of an information system, internal data sources include
_____.
a. personnel records
b. population statistics
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1- The file is chapter after chapter.
2- We have shown you 10 or five pages.
3- The file contains all Appendix and Excel
sheet if it exists.
4- We have all what you need, we make
update at every time. There are many
new editions waiting you.
5- If you think you purchased the wrong file
You can contact us at every time, we can
replace it with true one.
Our email:
,Mod 01 Information Systems in Business
1. When repetitive transaction-processing operations are automated, human involvement is
increasingly required.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. Computers are most beneficial in transaction-processing
operations. These operations are repetitive, such as printing
numerous checks, or involving enormous volumes of data, such as
inventory control in a multinational textile company. When these
systems are automated, human involvement is minimal.
Incorrect Incorrect. Computers are most beneficial in transaction-processing
operations. These operations are repetitive, such as printing
numerous checks, or involving enormous volumes of data, such as
inventory control in a multinational textile company. When these
systems are automated, human involvement is minimal.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.3 - Define transaction-processing systems.
TOPICS: The Beginning
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
2. In a management information system (MIS) application, processes are usually methods for
performing a task.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. In an MIS application, processes are usually methods for
performing a task.
Incorrect Incorrect. In an MIS application, processes are usually methods for
performing a task.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.4 - Define management information systems.
TOPICS: Management Information Systems
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
3. In designing a management information system (MIS), the first task is to collect data and
analyze it.
a. True
b. False
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ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. In designing an MIS, the first task is to clearly define the
system's objectives.
Incorrect Incorrect. In designing an MIS, the first task is to clearly define the
system's objectives.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.4 - Define management information systems.
TOPICS: Management Information Systems
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
4. The threat of new entrants into the marketplace is high when duplicating a company's product
or service is difficult.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. The threat of new market entrants is low when duplicating
a company's product or service is complex.
Incorrect Incorrect. The threat of new market entrants is low when
duplicating a company's product or service is complex.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.9 - Analyze how information technologies are used to
gain a competitive advantage.
TOPICS: Using Information Systems and Information Technologies
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
5. Rivalry among existing competitors is high when many occupy the same marketplace
position.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. Rivalry among existing competitors is high when many
occupy the same marketplace position; it is low when there are few
competitors.
Incorrect Incorrect. Rivalry among existing competitors is high when many
occupy the same marketplace position; it is low when there are few
competitors.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.9 - Analyze how information technologies are used to
gain a competitive advantage.
TOPICS: Using Information Systems and Information Technologies
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
6. In the context of information systems jobs, a database administrator is responsible for
developing an entire information system by writing computer programs.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
FEEDBACK: Correct Correct. A computer programmer writes computer programs or
software segments that allow an information system to perform a
specific task. A database administrator is responsible for database
design and implementation.
Incorrect Incorrect. A computer programmer writes computer programs or
software segments that allow an information system to perform a
specific task. A database administrator is responsible for database
design and implementation.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.11 - Review the IT job market.
TOPICS: The IT Job Market
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
7. _____ is a social networking and short-messaging service.
a. Twitter
b. Yahoo
c. Bing
d. Baidu
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. Correct. Twitter (www.twitter.com) is an example of a social
networking and short-message service. Users can send and
receive brief text updates, called Tweets.
b. Incorrect. Twitter (www.twitter.com) is an example of a social
networking and short-message service. Users can send and
receive brief text updates, called Tweets.
c. Incorrect. Twitter (www.twitter.com) is an example of a social
networking and short-message service. Users can send and
receive brief text updates called
d. Incorrect. Twitter (www.twitter.com) is an example of a social
networking and short-message service. Users can send and
receive brief text updates, called Tweets.
POINTS: 1
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QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.1 - Discuss common applications of computers and
information systems.
TOPICS: Computers and Information Systems in Daily Life
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
8. What is an example of a video-sharing site?
a. Truecaller
b. YouTube
c. eBay
d. PayPal
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. In addition, people use video-sharing sites to watch the
news, sporting events, and entertainment videos. One of the
most popular sites is YouTube (www.youtube.com).
b. Correct. In addition, people use video-sharing sites to watch the
news, sporting events, and entertainment videos. One of the
most popular sites is YouTube (www.youtube.com).
c. Incorrect. In addition, people use video-sharing sites to watch the
news, sporting events, and entertainment videos. One of the
most popular sites is YouTube (www.youtube.com).
d. Incorrect. In addition, people use video-sharing sites to watch the
news, sporting events, and entertainment videos. One of the
most popular sites is YouTube (www.youtube.com).
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.1 - Discuss common applications of computers and
information systems.
TOPICS: Computers and Information Systems in Daily Life
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
9. Social networking sites can reduce organizations' costs by _____.
a. giving customers more access to all sorts of organizational information
b. limiting buyers' choices by offering services that make it difficult for customers to
switch,
c. providing an inexpensive medium for targeting a large customer base.
d. customizing the organization's website and offering many options to customers
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. Social networking sites can reduce organizations' costs
by providing an inexpensive medium for targeting a large
customer base. Information systems and technologies help
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organizations be more competitive and improve efficiency and
effectiveness.
b. Incorrect. Social networking sites can reduce organizations' costs
by providing an inexpensive medium for targeting a large
customer base. Information systems and technologies help
organizations be more competitive and improve efficiency and
effectiveness.
c. Correct. Social networking sites can reduce organizations' costs
by providing an inexpensive medium for targeting a large
customer base. Information systems and information
technologies are used to help organizations be more competitive,
and technologies are used to help organizations be more
competitive and improve their overall efficiency and
effectiveness.
d. Incorrect. Social networking sites can reduce organizations' costs
by providing an inexpensive medium for targeting a large
customer base. Information systems and technologies help
organizations be more competitive and improve efficiency and
effectiveness.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.1 - Discuss common applications of computers and
information systems.
TOPICS: Computers and Information Systems in Daily Life
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
10. _____ is skilled in using productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets,
database management systems, and presentation software.
a. Network literacy
b. Business literacy
c. Information literacy
d. Computer literacy
ANSWER: d
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. Computer literacy is a skill in using productivity
software, such as word processors, spreadsheets, database
management systems, and presentation software, and having a
basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet, and
collaboration tools and technologies.
b. Incorrect. Computer literacy is a skill in using productivity
software, such as word processors, spreadsheets, database
management systems, and presentation software, and having a
basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet, and
collaboration tools and technologies.
c. Incorrect. Computer literacy is a skill in using productivity
software, such as word processors, spreadsheets, database
management systems, and presentation software, and having a
basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet, and
collaboration tools and technologies.
d. Correct. Computer literacy is a skill in using productivity software,
such as word processors, spreadsheets, database management
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systems, and presentation software, and having a basic
knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet, and
collaboration tools and technologies.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.2 - Explain the differences between computer literacy and
information literacy.
TOPICS: Computer Literacy and Information Literacy
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
DATE CREATED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
DATE MODIFIED: 10/26/2022 9:28 PM
11. Jackie knows how to use word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation software. They
also have a basic knowledge of hardware, software, and the Internet. Given this information, it
can be concluded that Jackie has _____ literacy.
a. network
b. computer
c. information
d. business
ANSWER: b
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jackie
has computer literacy. Computer literacy is a skill in using
productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets,
database management systems, and presentation software, and
having a basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet,
and collaboration tools and technologies.
b. Correct. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jackie
has computer literacy. Computer literacy is a skill in using
productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets,
database management systems, and presentation software, and
having a basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet,
and collaboration tools and technologies.
c. Incorrect. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jackie
has computer literacy. Computer literacy is a skill in using
productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets,
database management systems, and presentation software, and
having a basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet,
and collaboration tools and technologies.
d. Incorrect. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jackie
has computer literacy. Computer literacy is a skill in using
productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets,
database management systems, and presentation software, and
having a basic knowledge of hardware and software, the Internet,
and collaboration tools and technologies.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.2 - Explain the differences between computer literacy and
information literacy.
TOPICS: Computer Literacy and Information Literacy
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KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Analyze
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12. Business _____ provides historical, current, and predictive views of business operations and
environments and gives organizations a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
a. intelligence
b. differentiation
c. indexing
d. exploration
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. Correct. Business intelligence provides historical, current, and
predictive views of business operations and environments and
gives organizations a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
b. Incorrect. Business intelligence provides historical, current, and
predictive views of business operations and environments and
gives organizations a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
c. Incorrect. Business intelligence provides historical, current, and
predictive views of business operations and environments and
gives organizations a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
d. Incorrect. Business intelligence provides historical, current, and
predictive views of business operations and environments and
gives organizations a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.2 - Explain the differences between computer literacy and
information literacy.
TOPICS: Computer Literacy and Information Literacy
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
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13. Transaction-processing systems _____.
a. involves low volumes of data
b. requires extensive managerial judgment
c. involves repetitive operations
d. requires maximum human involvement
ANSWER: c
FEEDBACK: a. Incorrect. Transaction-processing operations are repetitive, such
as printing numerous checks or involving enormous volumes of
data, such as inventory control in a multinational textile company.
When these systems are automated, human involvement is
minimal.
b. Incorrect. Transaction-processing operations are repetitive, such
as printing numerous checks or involving enormous volumes of
data, such as inventory control in a multinational textile company.
When these systems are automated, human involvement is
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minimal.
c. Correct. Transaction-processing operations are repetitive, such
as printing numerous checks or involving enormous volumes of
data, such as inventory control in a multinational textile company.
When these systems are automated, human involvement is
minimal.
d. Incorrect. Transaction-processing operations are repetitive, such
as printing numerous checks or involving enormous volumes of
data, such as inventory control in a multinational textile company.
When these systems are automated, human involvement is
minimal.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.3 - Define transaction-processing systems.
TOPICS: The Beginning
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Remember
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14. The data component of an information system is:
a. the input to the information system.
b. a series of integrated files containing relevant facts.
c. a set of facts that the process component has analyzed.
d. the output of the information system.
ANSWER: a
FEEDBACK: a. Correct. An information system's data component is considered
the system's input.
b. Incorrect. An information system's data component is considered
the system's input.
c. Incorrect. An information system's data component is considered
the system's input.
d. Incorrect. An information system's data component is considered
the system's input.
POINTS: 1
QUESTION TYPE: Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Bidg.MIS11e.24.1.5 - Describe the four major components of an information
system.
TOPICS: Major Components of an Information System
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
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15. In the context of the data component of an information system, internal data sources include
_____.
a. personnel records
b. population statistics
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