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.
ANSWER:
a
RATIONALE:
Correct. Transaction-processing systems focus on data collection and processing, and they provide enormous reduction in costs. Transaction-processing operations are repetitive, such as printing numerous checks, or involve enormous volumes of data, such as inventory control in a multinational textile company. See 1-3: The Beginning: Transaction-Processing Systems
POINTS:
1
DIFFICULTY:
Moderate
REFERENCES:
Define transaction-processing systems.
QUESTION TYPE:
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:
False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
MIS9.BIDG.19.01.03
TOPICS:
Transaction processing systems
KEYWORDS:
Understand
DATE CREATED:
6/6/2018 3:56 PM
DATE MODIFIED:
7/23/2018 12:24 PM
26. Transaction-processing systems _____.
a.
involve low volumes of data
b.
require extensive managerial judgment
c.
involve operations that are repetitive
d.
require maximum human involvement
ANSWER:
c
RATIONALE:
Correct. Transaction-processing operations are repetitive, such as printing numerous checks, or involve enormous volumes of data, such as inventory control in a multinational textile company. When these systems are automated, human involvement is minimal. See 1-3: The Beginning: Transaction-Processing Systems
POINTS:
1
DIFFICULTY:
Moderate
REFERENCES:
Define transaction-processing systems.
QUESTION TYPE:
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:
False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
MIS9.BIDG.19.01.03
TOPICS:
Transaction processing systems
KEYWORDS:
Understand
DATE CREATED:
6/6/2018 3:56 PM
DATE MODIFIED:
7/23/2018 12:24 PM
27. Which is a software component of a management information system (MIS)?
a.
Commercial programs
b.
Barcode readers
c.
Memory devices
d.
Application servers
ANSWER:
a
RATIONALE:
Correct. The hardware components of an MIS include input, output, and memory devices and vary depending on the application and the organization. MIS software can include commercial programs, software developed in-house, or both. See 1-4: Management Information Systems
POINTS:
1
DIFFICULTY:
Easy
REFERENCES:
Define management information systems.
QUESTION TYPE:
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:
False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
MIS9.BIDG.19.01.04
TOPICS:
Management information systems
KEYWORDS:
Remember
DATE CREATED:
6/6/2018 3:56 PM
DATE MODIFIED:
7/23/2018 12:24 PM
28. In designing a management information system (MIS), the first task is to _____.
a.
clearly define the system’s objectives
b.
collect data
c.
analyze data
d.
provided information in a useful format
ANSWER:
a
RATIONALE:
Correct. In designing an MIS, the first task is to clearly define the system’s objectives. Second, data must be collected and analyzed. Finally, information must be provided in a useful format for decision-making purposes. See 1-4: Management Information Systems
POINTS:
1
DIFFICULTY:
Easy
REFERENCES:
Define management information systems.
QUESTION TYPE:
Multiple Choice
HAS VARIABLES:
False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: