Question 1

Information literacy involves understanding the role of information in generating ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  Competitiveness
B)  Business Intelligence
C)  Ideas
D)  DataE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

In the context of information systems jobs, a database administrator is responsible for developing an entire information system by writing computer programs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The final task in designing a management information system (MIS) is _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  collecting and analyzing internal and external data for accuracy and relevancy
B)  providing information in a useful format for decision-making purposes
C)  clearly defining the system's objectives
D)  integrating hardware and software componentsE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 4

To be useful, information systems should _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  use command line user interfaces
B)  generate raw data, which can be used for decision making
C)  produce information in different formats
D)  not use rumors, unconfirmed reports, and storiesE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 5

A ____  is typically used to support decisions related to managing an organization's cash flows.

Accepted Answer

A)  marketing information system
B)  logistics information system
C)  manufacturing information system
D)  financial information systemE) B) and D)
F) C) and D) D

Question 6

Protecting personal information is predicated to become more difficult in the future, due to computer criminals becoming more sophisticated.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which is an example of a video-sharing site?

Accepted Answer

A)  Truecaller
B)  YouTube
C)  eBay
D)  PayPalE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Cardless ATMs are an example of a recent transaction-processing technology.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The four Ms of resources in information systems are _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  management, motivation, manpower, and monitoring
B)  materials, money, modeling, and monitoring
C)  manpower, machinery, materials, and money
D)  manpower, monitoring, movement, and modelingE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 10

Jack knows how to use word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation software. He also has a basic knowledge of hardware, software, and the Internet. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jack has _____ literacy.

Accepted Answer

A)  network
B)  computer
C)  information
D)  businessE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 11

Smartphones do not include Web-browsing features.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

In the context of the major components of an information system, which is a difference between information and data?

Accepted Answer

A)  Unlike data, information is considered the input to an information system.
B)  Unlike data, information can be collected in aggregated and disaggregated forms.
C)  Unlike data, information by itself is difficult to use for making decisions.
D)  Unlike data, information consists of facts that have been analyzed by the process component.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

A(n) _____ , the heart of an information system, is a collection of all relevant facts organized in a series of integrated files.

Accepted Answer

A)  procedure
B)  database
C)  process
D)  objectE) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 14

Which is a software component of a management information system (MIS) ?

Accepted Answer

A)  Commercial programs
B)  Barcode readers
C)  Memory devices
D)  Application serversE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

In the context of the top information systems job, describe the roles of a chief technology officer (CTO)or a chief information officer (CIO)and a chief privacy officer (CPO).

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. The top information systems job belongs to either the CTO or the CIO. This person oversees long-range planning and keeps an eye on new developments in the field that can affect a company's success. Some organizations also have a CPO. This executive position includes responsibility for managing the risks and business impacts of privacy laws and policies.

Question 16

Database management systems _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  are used to create, organize, and manage databases
B)  improve routing and delivery schedules of databases
C)  are written for specific database applications
D)  include transaction-processing reports for database analysisE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 17

_____ strategy was identified by Michael Porter, a professor at Harvard Business School, for successfully competing in the marketplace.

Accepted Answer

A)  Transformational leadership
B)  Differentiation
C)  Groupthink collaboration
D)  SimulationE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

Which statement is true of transaction-processing systems?

Accepted Answer

A)  They focus on data collection and processing.
B)  They focus on integrating hardware and software technologies.
C)  They focus on integrating data, processes, and human elements.
D)  They focus on maximizing human involvement.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

_____ is skill in using productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets, database management systems, and presentation software.

Accepted Answer

A)  Network literacy
B)  Business literacy
C)  Information literacy
D)  Computer literacyE) B) and D)
F) B) and C) D

Question 20

Information is the second most important resource in any organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 1: Information Systems in Business

Information literacy involves understanding the role of information in generating ____.

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In the context of information systems jobs, a database administrator is responsible for developing an entire information system by writing computer programs.

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The final task in designing a management information system (MIS) is _____.

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To be useful, information systems should _____.

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A ____ is typically used to support decisions related to managing an organization's cash flows.

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Protecting personal information is predicated to become more difficult in the future, due to computer criminals becoming more sophisticated.

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Which is an example of a video-sharing site?

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Cardless ATMs are an example of a recent transaction-processing technology.

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The four Ms of resources in information systems are _____.

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Jack knows how to use word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation software. He also has a basic knowledge of hardware, software, and the Internet. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jack has _____ literacy.

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Smartphones do not include Web-browsing features.

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In the context of the major components of an information system, which is a difference between information and data?

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A(n) _____ , the heart of an information system, is a collection of all relevant facts organized in a series of integrated files.

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Which is a software component of a management information system (MIS) ?

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In the context of the top information systems job, describe the roles of a chief technology officer (CTO)or a chief information officer (CIO)and a chief privacy officer (CPO).

Database management systems _____.

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_____ strategy was identified by Michael Porter, a professor at Harvard Business School, for successfully competing in the marketplace.

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Which statement is true of transaction-processing systems?

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_____ is skill in using productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets, database management systems, and presentation software.

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Information is the second most important resource in any organization.

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In the context of information systems jobs, a database administrator is responsible for developing an entire information system by writing computer programs.

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The final task in designing a management information system (MIS) is _____.

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To be useful, information systems should _____.

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A ____ is typically used to support decisions related to managing an organization's cash flows.

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Protecting personal information is predicated to become more difficult in the future, due to computer criminals becoming more sophisticated.

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Which is an example of a video-sharing site?

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Cardless ATMs are an example of a recent transaction-processing technology.

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Jack knows how to use word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation software. He also has a basic knowledge of hardware, software, and the Internet. Given this information, it can be concluded that Jack has _____ literacy.

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Smartphones do not include Web-browsing features.

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In the context of the major components of an information system, which is a difference between information and data?

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A(n) _____ , the heart of an information system, is a collection of all relevant facts organized in a series of integrated files.

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Which is a software component of a management information system (MIS) ?

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In the context of the top information systems job, describe the roles of a chief technology officer (CTO)or a chief information officer (CIO)and a chief privacy officer (CPO).

Database management systems _____.

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_____ strategy was identified by Michael Porter, a professor at Harvard Business School, for successfully competing in the marketplace.

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Which statement is true of transaction-processing systems?

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_____ is skill in using productivity software, such as word processors, spreadsheets, database management systems, and presentation software.

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