System Analysis and Design Quiz

How does system analysis and design contribute to the growth of an organization? (DoK Level 2)

• By improving performance and achieving objectives for profitability and growth.

• By increasing the number of departments.

• By reducing the quality of products.

• By ignoring business objectives.

Why is system analysis important for organizations?

• It helps solve organizational problems and meet business needs

• It increases the cost of IT projects

• It focuses only on hardware upgrades

• It eliminates the need for user feedback

What is the main purpose of feedback in a system?

• To structure the system

• To improve or control the system’s performance

• To link parts together

• To produce results

Which component of a computer-based information system application is responsible for defining the responsibilities and tasks of individuals within the system?

• Controls

• Specific Job Roles

• System Software

• Hardware

The interaction between users of the system and system software contributes to the effectiveness of a computer-based information system application by:

• Users of the system rely on system software to perform tasks and access information, making the system functional and efficient.

• Users of the system operate the hardware, while system software is unrelated to user activities.

• System software only manages documentation, not user activities.

• Users of the system and system software do not interact in a computer-based information system.

System analysis and design helps organizations to:

• Increase development cost and risk

• Reduce development cost and risk

• Ignore user satisfaction

• Limit decision-making

Which of the following best describes how system analysis and design supports business goals?

• By aligning IT with business goals

• By ignoring technological changes

• By reducing security and control

• By increasing inefficiency

Which of the following is a primary role of a system analyst as a communication bridge?

• Designs system structure and processes

• Connects users and programmers

• Plans database and interface structure

• Creates diagrams (DFD, ERD, UML)

What is the main goal of a system analyst acting as a Change Agent?

• Ensures project stays on track

• Reduces resistance to change

• Helps plan timelines and resources

• Works with project managers and developers

A system analyst who supports users during system implementation is performing which role?

• Project Participant/Coordinator

• Change Agent

• System Developer

• Quality Assurance Tester