Question 1

Dynamic processes are evaluated on effectiveness more than efficiency because ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  they are difficult to change 
B)  the efficient use of resources does not matter in the case of such processes 
C)  they are highly controlled and standardized 
D)  they change so fast that it is often not possible to measure efficiency over time 
A)  they are difficult to change 
B)  the efficient use of resources does not matter in the case of such processes 
C)  they are highly controlled and standardized 
D)  they change so fast that it is often not possible to measure efficiency over time

Question 2

Which of the following components of an information system functions as a bridge between the human side and the machine side of the information system framework?

Accepted Answer

A)  data 
B)  hardware 
C)  software 
D)  procedure 
A)  data 
B)  hardware 
C)  software 
D)  procedure

Question 3

List the characteristics of structured processes.

Accepted Answer

The characteristics of structured proces

Question 4

Arrange the components of an information system in the correct order based on

Accepted Answer

It is a simple matter to order additiona

Question 5

A ________ is referred to as a subset of activities in a business process that is performed by a particular individual.

Accepted Answer

A)  decision 
B)  process 
C)  role 
D)  task 
A)  decision 
B)  process 
C)  role 
D)  task

Question 6

The five-component framework can be used when assessing the scope of new systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A(n)________ is a group of components that interact to achieve some purpose.

Accepted Answer

A)  function 
B)  end-user 
C)  repository 
D)  system 
A)  function 
B)  end-user 
C)  repository 
D)  system

Question 8

The five-component framework is present in every information system,from the simplest to the most complex.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Systems with real time data are less expensive than systems that produce data within a few hours.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Why is the need to experiment important for dynamic processes.Provide an example of experimentation regarding a fast food restaurant.

Accepted Answer

Dynamic processes,as their name implies,

Question 11

Changing the structure of existing databases is an easy task.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following is a critical data characteristic?

Accepted Answer

A)  just sufficient 
B)  random 
C)  arrival after task completion 
D)  high cost 
A)  just sufficient 
B)  random 
C)  arrival after task completion 
D)  high cost

Question 13

Good information requires that data be timely.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Dynamic processes have objectives that tend to emphasize effectiveness rather than efficiency.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following is a feature of a structured process?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is a formally defined process. 
B)  Its procedures are supportive rather than prescriptive. 
C)  It changes rapidly as requirements and situations change. 
D)  It is adaptive rather than being controlled. 
A)  It is a formally defined process. 
B)  Its procedures are supportive rather than prescriptive. 
C)  It changes rapidly as requirements and situations change. 
D)  It is adaptive rather than being controlled.

Question 16

Which of the following statements is true about information?

Accepted Answer

A)  It remains the same from person to person. 
B)  It is different from data. 
C)  It is unprocessed data. 
D)  It is a recorded fact or figure. 
A)  It remains the same from person to person. 
B)  It is different from data. 
C)  It is unprocessed data. 
D)  It is a recorded fact or figure.

Question 17

Procedures anchor an information system to a process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

________ is not expected in structured processes,nor is it generally appreciated or rewarded,unlike in the case of dynamic processes.

Accepted Answer

A)  Efficiency 
B)  Effectiveness 
C)  Innovation 
D)  Control 
A)  Efficiency 
B)  Effectiveness 
C)  Innovation 
D)  Control

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of a dynamic process?

Accepted Answer

A)  scheduling work shifts 
B)  placing an order 
C)  computing a sales commission 
D)  deciding the location for a new store 
A)  scheduling work shifts 
B)  placing an order 
C)  computing a sales commission 
D)  deciding the location for a new store

Question 20

______________ is like diagramming a play in a team sport; it helps everyone involved see their part and the whole.

Accepted Answer

A)  Creating a repository 
B)  Documenting a business process 
C)  Showing the details of an activity 
D)  Creating organized instructions 
A)  Creating a repository 
B)  Documenting a business process 
C)  Showing the details of an activity 
D)  Creating organized instructions

Dynamic processes are evaluated on effectiveness more than efficiency because ________.

Which of the following components of an information system functions as a bridge between the human side and the machine side of the information system framework?

List the characteristics of structured processes.

Arrange the components of an information system in the correct order based on

A ________ is referred to as a subset of activities in a business process that is performed by a particular individual.

The five-component framework can be used when assessing the scope of new systems.

A(n)________ is a group of components that interact to achieve some purpose.

The five-component framework is present in every information system,from the simplest to the most complex.

Systems with real time data are less expensive than systems that produce data within a few hours.

Why is the need to experiment important for dynamic processes.Provide an example of experimentation regarding a fast food restaurant.

Changing the structure of existing databases is an easy task.

Which of the following is a critical data characteristic?

Good information requires that data be timely.

Dynamic processes have objectives that tend to emphasize effectiveness rather than efficiency.

Which of the following is a feature of a structured process?

Which of the following statements is true about information?

Procedures anchor an information system to a process.

________ is not expected in structured processes,nor is it generally appreciated or rewarded,unlike in the case of dynamic processes.

Which of the following is an example of a dynamic process?

______________ is like diagramming a play in a team sport; it helps everyone involved see their part and the whole.

The Importance of MIS

Networks and the Cloud

Database Processing

Information Systems Security

Using Is to Improve Processes

Supporting Processes With ERP Systems

Supporting the Procurement Process With SAP

Supporting the Sales Process With SAP

Collaboration and IS

Social Media and IS

Business Intelligence and IS

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Exam 2: Business Processes, Information Systems, and Information

Dynamic processes are evaluated on effectiveness more than efficiency because ________.

Which of the following components of an information system functions as a bridge between the human side and the machine side of the information system framework?

List the characteristics of structured processes.

Arrange the components of an information system in the correct order based on

A ________ is referred to as a subset of activities in a business process that is performed by a particular individual.

The five-component framework can be used when assessing the scope of new systems.

A(n)________ is a group of components that interact to achieve some purpose.

The five-component framework is present in every information system,from the simplest to the most complex.

Systems with real time data are less expensive than systems that produce data within a few hours.

Why is the need to experiment important for dynamic processes.Provide an example of experimentation regarding a fast food restaurant.

Changing the structure of existing databases is an easy task.

Which of the following is a critical data characteristic?

Good information requires that data be timely.

Dynamic processes have objectives that tend to emphasize effectiveness rather than efficiency.

Which of the following is a feature of a structured process?

Which of the following statements is true about information?

Procedures anchor an information system to a process.

________ is not expected in structured processes,nor is it generally appreciated or rewarded,unlike in the case of dynamic processes.

Which of the following is an example of a dynamic process?

______________ is like diagramming a play in a team sport; it helps everyone involved see their part and the whole.

The Importance of MIS

Networks and the Cloud

Database Processing

Information Systems Security

Using Is to Improve Processes

Supporting Processes With ERP Systems

Supporting the Procurement Process With SAP

Supporting the Sales Process With SAP

Collaboration and IS

Social Media and IS

Business Intelligence and IS

Filters