Question 1

Discuss the role of a model builder in the decision-making process with an example.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. A model builder is th

Question 2

List the roles involved in designing, implementing, and using a decision support system (DSS).

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. To design,

Question 3

A geographic information system (GIS)can integrate maps and database data with queries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

During the _____ phase  of the decision-making process, the best and most effective course of action is selected.

Accepted Answer

A) intelligence 
B) design 
C) choice 
D) implementation 
A) intelligence 
B) design 
C) choice 
D) implementation

Question 5

In the context of defining the objectives and benefits of a management support system (MSS), which is an intangible benefit?

Accepted Answer

A) Increasing profits 
B) Increasing demand 
C) Improving customer service 
D) Improving the organization's revenue 
A) Increasing profits 
B) Increasing demand 
C) Improving customer service 
D) Improving the organization's revenue

Question 6

The technical designer usually addresses how data should be stored in a decision support system (DSS).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Identify one difference between task management software and project management software.

Accepted Answer

A) Task management apps emphasize improving the productivity of each team member. 
B) Project management apps emphasize improving the productivity of each team member. 
C) Task management apps focus on teams that are widely dispersed. 
D) Project management apps focus on smaller projects. 
A) Task management apps emphasize improving the productivity of each team member. 
B) Project management apps emphasize improving the productivity of each team member. 
C) Task management apps focus on teams that are widely dispersed. 
D) Project management apps focus on smaller projects.

Question 8

A user interface enables a decision support system (DSS)to analyze information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Explain the capabilities of a digital dashboard within an Executive Information System.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. A digital dashboard i

Question 10

Provide an example of the type of activities that take place during the intelligence phase of the decision-making process.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. As an example, say an

Question 11

What ensures that key decision makers are involved in designing a management support system (MSS)?

Accepted Answer

A) Clearly defining objectives and benefits. 
B) Keeping lines of communication open. 
C) Identifying executives' information needs. 
D) Designing a flexible system. 
A) Clearly defining objectives and benefits. 
B) Keeping lines of communication open. 
C) Identifying executives' information needs. 
D) Designing a flexible system.

Question 12

Effective design and implementation of an executive information system (EIS)requires top management support and user involvement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

_____ involves semistructured decisions.

Accepted Answer

A) Record keeping 
B) Budget preparation 
C) Hiring and firing 
D) Research and development 
A) Record keeping 
B) Budget preparation 
C) Hiring and firing 
D) Research and development

Question 14

When designing a management support system, guidelines recommend ignoring costs and benefits in order to focus on the interface.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What system captures, stores, processes, and displays information, such as showing the location of all streetlights on a map?

Accepted Answer

A) executive information 
B) electronic meeting 
C) group support 
D) geographic information 
A) executive information 
B) electronic meeting 
C) group support 
D) geographic information

Question 16

According to Peter G. Keen, a former MIT professor, which is a benefit of a decision support system (DSS)?

Accepted Answer

A) Easy assessment of costs and benefits 
B) Ability to cause improvements 
C) Focus on efficiency rather than effectiveness 
D) Fast response to unexpected situations 
A) Easy assessment of costs and benefits 
B) Ability to cause improvements 
C) Focus on efficiency rather than effectiveness 
D) Fast response to unexpected situations

Question 17

Executive information systems (EISs)are used for reporting exceptions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which task is performed by a geographic information system (GIS)?

Accepted Answer

A) Finding zip codes of areas with high population 
B) Recognizing the location where an accident has occurred 
C) Identifying areas with less oxygen 
D) Showing the number of people walking across a bridge 
A) Finding zip codes of areas with high population 
B) Recognizing the location where an accident has occurred 
C) Identifying areas with less oxygen 
D) Showing the number of people walking across a bridge

Question 19

Discuss the advantages of collaboration software.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Advantages of GSSs in

Question 20

Communication software can include audio conferencing, video conferencing, and text messaging.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Discuss the role of a model builder in the decision-making process with an example.

List the roles involved in designing, implementing, and using a decision support system (DSS).

A geographic information system (GIS)can integrate maps and database data with queries.

During the _____ phase of the decision-making process, the best and most effective course of action is selected.

In the context of defining the objectives and benefits of a management support system (MSS), which is an intangible benefit?

The technical designer usually addresses how data should be stored in a decision support system (DSS).

Identify one difference between task management software and project management software.

A user interface enables a decision support system (DSS)to analyze information.

Explain the capabilities of a digital dashboard within an Executive Information System.

Provide an example of the type of activities that take place during the intelligence phase of the decision-making process.

What ensures that key decision makers are involved in designing a management support system (MSS)?

Effective design and implementation of an executive information system (EIS)requires top management support and user involvement.

_____ involves semistructured decisions.

When designing a management support system, guidelines recommend ignoring costs and benefits in order to focus on the interface.

What system captures, stores, processes, and displays information, such as showing the location of all streetlights on a map?

According to Peter G. Keen, a former MIT professor, which is a benefit of a decision support system (DSS)?

Executive information systems (EISs)are used for reporting exceptions.

Which task is performed by a geographic information system (GIS)?

Discuss the advantages of collaboration software.

Communication software can include audio conferencing, video conferencing, and text messaging.

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Exam 12: Supporting Decisions and Processes

Discuss the role of a model builder in the decision-making process with an example.

List the roles involved in designing, implementing, and using a decision support system (DSS).

A geographic information system (GIS)can integrate maps and database data with queries.

During the _____ phase of the decision-making process, the best and most effective course of action is selected.

In the context of defining the objectives and benefits of a management support system (MSS), which is an intangible benefit?

The technical designer usually addresses how data should be stored in a decision support system (DSS).

Identify one difference between task management software and project management software.

A user interface enables a decision support system (DSS)to analyze information.

Explain the capabilities of a digital dashboard within an Executive Information System.

Provide an example of the type of activities that take place during the intelligence phase of the decision-making process.

What ensures that key decision makers are involved in designing a management support system (MSS)?

Effective design and implementation of an executive information system (EIS)requires top management support and user involvement.

_____ involves semistructured decisions.

When designing a management support system, guidelines recommend ignoring costs and benefits in order to focus on the interface.

What system captures, stores, processes, and displays information, such as showing the location of all streetlights on a map?

According to Peter G. Keen, a former MIT professor, which is a benefit of a decision support system (DSS)?

Executive information systems (EISs)are used for reporting exceptions.

Which task is performed by a geographic information system (GIS)?

Discuss the advantages of collaboration software.

Communication software can include audio conferencing, video conferencing, and text messaging.

Information Systems in Business

Computers and Their Business Applications

Data and Business Intelligence

Personal, Legal, Ethical, and Organizational Issues

Protecting Information Resources

Data Communication: Delivering Information Anywhere and Anytime

A Connected World

E-Commerce

Global Information Systems

Building Successful Information Systems

Enterprise Systems

Artificial Intelligence and Automation

Emerging Trends, Technologies, and Applications

Filters