Question 1

A data type check is a data validation check that is used when the data must be in predetermined sequence. _________________________

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Good interface design is based partly on ____, which focuses on how an interface can be made attractive and easy to use.

Accepted Answer

A)  aesthetics 
B)  interface technology 
C)  ergonomics 
D)  output security 
A)  aesthetics 
B)  interface technology 
C)  ergonomics 
D)  output security

Question 3

A ____ report is a type of detail report in which a control break causes specific actions, such as printing subtotals for a group of records.

Accepted Answer

A)  control break 
B)  stratified 
C)  subgroup 
D)  character 
A)  control break 
B)  stratified 
C)  subgroup 
D)  character

Question 4

When designing an opening screen, a main form that functions as a(n) ____________________ uses command buttons that enable users to navigate the system and select from groups of related tasks.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When designing an opening screen, a main...

Question 5

In a user-centered system, the distinction is clear between input, output, and the interface itself.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

-In a data entry screen, such as that shown in the accompanying figure, a ____ can display messages or provide a place for a user to enter data.

Accepted Answer

A)  text box 
B)  drop-down list box 
C)  check box 
D)  radio box 
A)  text box 
B)  drop-down list box 
C)  check box 
D)  radio box

Question 7

System sign-on procedures should allow unauthorized individuals to enter the system, and users should change their passwords rarely.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Siobhan has a feature in the dialog box that must allow her users to select one or more choices from a group. Which of the following dialog box components is she most likely to use?

Accepted Answer

A)  check box 
B)  text box 
C)  list box 
D)  toggle button 
A)  check box 
B)  text box 
C)  list box 
D)  toggle button

Question 9

In a source document, if totals are included on a form, they appear in the ____ zone.

Accepted Answer

A)  calculated 
B)  control 
C)  totals 
D)  heading 
A)  calculated 
B)  control 
C)  totals 
D)  heading

Question 10

A reasonableness check is a data validation check that ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  tests data items to verify that they fall between a specified minimum and maximum value 
B)  identifies values that are questionable, but not necessarily wrong 
C)  is performed on two or more fields to ensure that they are consistent or reasonable when considered together 
D)  is used for mandatory data items 
A)  tests data items to verify that they fall between a specified minimum and maximum value 
B)  identifies values that are questionable, but not necessarily wrong 
C)  is performed on two or more fields to ensure that they are consistent or reasonable when considered together 
D)  is used for mandatory data items

Question 11

Although online data entry is used in specific situations, most business activity requires batch input.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Input ____ are templates that make it easier for users to enter data.

Accepted Answer

A)  patterns 
B)  masks 
C)  legends 
D)  keys 
A)  patterns 
B)  masks 
C)  legends 
D)  keys

Question 13

When a validation check involves a minimum or a maximum value, but not both, it is called a(n) ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When a validation check involves a minimum...

Question 14

MATCHING
Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.
-Type of report that is useful when the user wants information only on records that might require action.

Accepted Answer

A) report header 
B) input volume 
C) controls 
D) detail line 
E) report footer
F)source document
G)dialog box
H)interface
I)exception
J)existence 
A) report header 
B) input volume 
C) controls 
D) detail line 
E) report footer
F)source document
G)dialog box
H)interface
I)exception
J)existence

Question 15

An interface designer does not need to understand the underlying business functions or how the system supports individual, departmental, or enterprise goals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

On a source document, the main part of the form, called the ____, usually takes up at least half of the space on the form and contains captions and areas for entering variable data.

Accepted Answer

A)  instruction zone 
B)  authorization zone 
C)  body zone 
D)  heading zone 
A)  instruction zone 
B)  authorization zone 
C)  body zone 
D)  heading zone

Question 17

Podcasts are especially important for legal reasons, or where it is necessary to display a signature, date stamp, or other visual features of a document. _________________________

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

MATCHING
Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.
-Can include grand totals for numeric fields and other end-of-report information.

Accepted Answer

A) report header 
B) input volume 
C) controls 
D) detail line 
E) report footer
F)source document
G)dialog box
H)interface
I)exception
J)existence 
A) report header 
B) input volume 
C) controls 
D) detail line 
E) report footer
F)source document
G)dialog box
H)interface
I)exception
J)existence

Question 19

MATCHING
Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.
-Allows a user to enter information about a task that the system will perform.

Accepted Answer

A) report header 
B) input volume 
C) controls 
D) detail line 
E) report footer
F)source document
G)dialog box
H)interface
I)exception
J)existence 
A) report header 
B) input volume 
C) controls 
D) detail line 
E) report footer
F)source document
G)dialog box
H)interface
I)exception
J)existence

Question 20

On a source document, the ____ contains codes, identification information, numbers, and dates that are used for storing completed forms.

Accepted Answer

A)  control zone 
B)  heading zone 
C)  totals zone 
D)  authorization zone 
A)  control zone 
B)  heading zone 
C)  totals zone 
D)  authorization zone

A data type check is a data validation check that is used when the data must be in predetermined sequence. _________________________

Good interface design is based partly on ____, which focuses on how an interface can be made attractive and easy to use.

A ____ report is a type of detail report in which a control break causes specific actions, such as printing subtotals for a group of records.

When designing an opening screen, a main form that functions as a(n) ____________________ uses command buttons that enable users to navigate the system and select from groups of related tasks.

In a user-centered system, the distinction is clear between input, output, and the interface itself.

-In a data entry screen, such as that shown in the accompanying figure, a ____ can display messages or provide a place for a user to enter data.

System sign-on procedures should allow unauthorized individuals to enter the system, and users should change their passwords rarely.

Siobhan has a feature in the dialog box that must allow her users to select one or more choices from a group. Which of the following dialog box components is she most likely to use?

In a source document, if totals are included on a form, they appear in the ____ zone.

A reasonableness check is a data validation check that ____.

Although online data entry is used in specific situations, most business activity requires batch input.

Input ____ are templates that make it easier for users to enter data.

When a validation check involves a minimum or a maximum value, but not both, it is called a(n) ____________________.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -Type of report that is useful when the user wants information only on records that might require action.

An interface designer does not need to understand the underlying business functions or how the system supports individual, departmental, or enterprise goals.

On a source document, the main part of the form, called the ____, usually takes up at least half of the space on the form and contains captions and areas for entering variable data.

Podcasts are especially important for legal reasons, or where it is necessary to display a signature, date stamp, or other visual features of a document. _________________________

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -Can include grand totals for numeric fields and other end-of-report information.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -Allows a user to enter information about a task that the system will perform.

On a source document, the ____ contains codes, identification information, numbers, and dates that are used for storing completed forms.

Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design

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Exam 8: User Interface Design

A data type check is a data validation check that is used when the data must be in predetermined sequence. _________________________

Good interface design is based partly on ____, which focuses on how an interface can be made attractive and easy to use.

A ____ report is a type of detail report in which a control break causes specific actions, such as printing subtotals for a group of records.

When designing an opening screen, a main form that functions as a(n) ____________________ uses command buttons that enable users to navigate the system and select from groups of related tasks.

In a user-centered system, the distinction is clear between input, output, and the interface itself.

-In a data entry screen, such as that shown in the accompanying figure, a ____ can display messages or provide a place for a user to enter data.

System sign-on procedures should allow unauthorized individuals to enter the system, and users should change their passwords rarely.

Siobhan has a feature in the dialog box that must allow her users to select one or more choices from a group. Which of the following dialog box components is she most likely to use?

In a source document, if totals are included on a form, they appear in the ____ zone.

A reasonableness check is a data validation check that ____.

Although online data entry is used in specific situations, most business activity requires batch input.

Input ____ are templates that make it easier for users to enter data.

When a validation check involves a minimum or a maximum value, but not both, it is called a(n) ____________________.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -Type of report that is useful when the user wants information only on records that might require action.

An interface designer does not need to understand the underlying business functions or how the system supports individual, departmental, or enterprise goals.

On a source document, the main part of the form, called the ____, usually takes up at least half of the space on the form and contains captions and areas for entering variable data.

Podcasts are especially important for legal reasons, or where it is necessary to display a signature, date stamp, or other visual features of a document. _________________________

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -Can include grand totals for numeric fields and other end-of-report information.

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -Allows a user to enter information about a task that the system will perform.

On a source document, the ____ contains codes, identification information, numbers, and dates that are used for storing completed forms.

Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design

Analyzing the Business Case

Managing Systems Projects

Requirements Modeling

Data and Process Modeling

Object Modeling

Development Strategies

Data Design

System Architecture

Managing Systems Implementation

Managing Systems Support and Security

Communication Tools

CASE Tools

Financial Analysis Tools

Internet Resource Tools

Filters