Easy
REFERENCES:
Discuss the differences between data and information.
QUESTION TYPE:
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:
False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
MIS9.BIDG.19.01.06
TOPICS:
Information system components
Business intelligence
KEYWORDS:
Remember
DATE CREATED:
6/6/2018 3:56 PM
DATE MODIFIED:
7/23/2018 12:24 PM
74. Computer networks, database systems, point-of-sale (POS) systems, etc., are few examples of information technologies that support information systems in ____.
a.
orientation focusing
b.
strategic planning
c.
decision making
d.
consumer building
ANSWER:
c
RATIONALE:
Computer networks, database systems, POS systems, etc., are few examples of information technologies that support information systems in decision making. Information systems are designed to collect data, process the collected data, and deliver timely, relevant, and useful information that can be used for making decisions. See 1-6: Using Information Systems and Information Technologies
POINTS:
1
DIFFICULTY:
Moderate
REFERENCES:
Explain the importance and applications of information systems in functional areas of a business.
QUESTION TYPE:
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:
False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
MIS9.BIDG.19.01.07
TOPICS:
Information systems
Information technologies
KEYWORDS:
Understand
DATE CREATED:
6/6/2018 3:56 PM
DATE MODIFIED:
7/23/2018 12:49 PM
75. A ____ is designed to reduce the cost of transporting materials while maintaining safe and reliable delivery.
a.
logistics information system
b.
personnel information system
c.
manufacturing information system
d.
marketing information system
ANSWER:
a
RATIONALE:
A logistics information system (LIS) is designed to reduce the cost of transporting materials while maintaining safe and reliable delivery. An LIS supports decisions related to improvement of routing and delivery schedules, selection of the best modes of transportation, improvement in transportation budgeting, and improvement of shipment planning. See 1-6: Using Information Systems and Information Technologies
POINTS:
1
DIFFICULTY:
Easy
REFERENCES:
Explain the importance and applications of information systems in functional areas of a business.
QUESTION TYPE:
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:
False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
MIS9.BIDG.19.01.07
TOPICS:
Information systems
Information technologies
KEYWORDS:
Remember
DATE CREATED:
6/6/2018 3:56 PM
DATE MODIFIED:
7/23/2018 12:24 PM
76. A ____ is typically used to support decisions related to managing an organization’s cash flows.
a.
marketing information system
b.
logistics information system
c.
manufacturing information system
d.
financial information system
ANSWER:
d
RATIONALE:
A financial information system (FIS) is typically used to support decisions related to managing an organization’s cash flows. The goal of an FIS is to provide information to financial executives in a timely manner. See 1-6: Using Information Systems and Information Technologies
POINTS:
1
DIFFICULTY:
Easy
REFERENCES:
Explain the importance and applications of information systems in functional areas of a business.
QUESTION TYPE:
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:
False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
MIS9.BIDG.19.01.07
TOPICS:
Information systems
Information technologies