Information Systems and Business Advantage - Chapter 2

What is an Information System (IS)?

• A system that processes data into information

• A system that only stores data

• A system that only retrieves data

• A system that only transmits data

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Which of the following is NOT a type of Information System?

• Transaction Processing System (TPS)

• Management Information System (MIS)

• Decision Support System (DSS)

• Human Resource System (HRS)

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What role does data play in business?

• Data is used to make informed decisions

• Data is only used for storage purposes

• Data is irrelevant to business operations

• Data is used to increase the number of employees

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Which type of Information System is primarily used by senior management to make strategic decisions?

• Transaction Processing System (TPS)

• Executive Information System (EIS)

• Management Information System (MIS)

• Decision Support System (DSS)

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How does technology impact business operations?

• It slows down business processes

• It has no impact on business operations

• It enhances efficiency and productivity

• It increases the cost of operations without benefits

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Which of the following best describes a Decision Support System (DSS)?

• A system that processes daily transactions

• A system that provides information to support decision making

• A system that manages employee records

• A system that handles customer inquiries

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What is the primary function of a Transaction Processing System (TPS)?

• To assist in strategic decision making

• To process business transactions

• To provide executive summaries

• To analyze market trends

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Which of the following is a key benefit of using Information Systems in decision making?

• Reduces the need for human resources

• Provides accurate and timely information

• Increases the complexity of decision making

• Limits access to information

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What is the impact of Big Data on business?

• It makes data management more difficult

• It provides valuable insights for decision making

• It reduces the amount of data available

• It has no impact on business

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Which of the following is an example of how technology can provide a competitive advantage to a business?

• Implementing a new accounting software

• Reducing the number of employees

• Increasing the price of products

• Limiting customer service hours

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