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ISDS 351 Midterm Practice Quiz

Total questions: 39

Worksheet time: 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A database administrator (DBA) must have a clear understanding of the fundamental business of an organization, be proficient in the use of selected database management systems, and stay abreast of emerging technologies and new design approaches.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

If "color" is an attribute, then "green" is a data item

a)

True

b)

False

3.

If you wish to study a visual depiction of the relative frequencies of words in a document, a word cloud would be an appropriate option.

a)

True

b)

False

4.

Data scientists do not need much business domain knowledge.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

In the utilities industry, IoT sensors are used extensively to capture operational data and help the utility provider achieve 24/7 uptime.

a)

True

b)

False

6.

A collection of data fields that are all related to one object, activity, or individual is called a file.

a)

True

b)

False

7.

A database, a database management system, and the application programs that create and access the databases make up a database environment.

a)

True

b)

False

8.

Data governance involves identifying people who are responsible for fixing and preventing issues with data.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

Data scientists do not need much business domain knowledge.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

What is the Internet of Things?

a)

a computing environment in which a service provider owns and manages the infrastructure

b)

a network of physical objects embedded with sensors, processors, software, and network connectivity capability

c)

an information systems model in which an organization outsources the equipment used to support its data processing

d)

a set of tools that allow users to access their desktop operating system hosted in the cloud on a centralized server

11.

_____ is a special-purpose programming language for accessing and manipulating data stored in a relational database.

a)

Access

b)

Structured Query Language (SQL)

c)

Query by Example (QBE)

d)

Java

12.

A database must reflect the business processes of an organization.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

A marketing manager who does not have deep knowledge of information systems or data science will NOT be able to use BI and analytics tools

a)

True

b)

False

14.

Regression analysis focuses on plotting a sequence of well-defined data points measured at uniform time intervals.

a)

True

b)

False

15.

Devices that belong to the IoT network contain sensors that can detect something about the device's surroundings, such as pressure, temperature, or motion.

a)

True

b)

False

16.

The relational model describes data using a standard tabular format; all data elements are placed in three-dimensional tables called relations, which are the logical equivalent of files.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

The data for BI (Business intelligence) Comes from many sources

a)

True

b)

False

18.

Suppose you are good in math and statistics. Adding programming to your skill-set will likely be necessary if you want to be a data scientist

a)

True

b)

False

19.

What must a networked device possess to truly belong to the IoT?

a)

a motion sensor

b)

a machine learning algorithm

c)

an IP Address

d)

A MAC Address

20.

Hackers who succeed in accessing an organization's IoT may be able to cause physical damage to that organization's equipment

a)

True

b)

False

21.

Users still need help from the IT function of the organization to create customer reports using modern reporting tools

a)

True

b)

False

22.

IoT applications can be classified into four groups based on two key qualities: their degree of sensing and degree of action

a)

True

b)

False

23.

An information system is a set of interrelated components that work together to collect, process, store, and disseminate information that lacks a feedback mechanism to monitor and control its operations.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

The role of a systems analyst is narrowly defined and seldom involves communication with others.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Important functions of the chief information officer includes

a)

employing an IS department's equipment and staff to help the organization reach it's goals

b)

ensuring the organization complies with laws and regulations.

c)

monitoring the financial considerations of the IS department, such as return on investment

d)

All of these

26.

Managers of the business functions most affected by the new information system have a key responsibility to ensure that the people, processes, and human structure components are fully addressed.

a)

True

b)

False

27.

A database administrator (DBA) must have a clear understanding of the fundamental business of an organization, he proficient in the use of selecting database management systems, and stay abreast emerging technologies and new design approaches

a)

True

b)

False

28.

Every project should have a well-defined objective.

a)

True

b)

False

29.

Projects should be developed in increments

a)

True

b)

False

30.

The enterprise project management software, which aid project and portfolio management, is a low-end tool

a)

True

b)

False

31.

A sprint review is a meeting in which the team demonstrates to the product owner what it has completed during the sprint.

a)

True

b)

False

32.

Sensors that can monitor and report data about traffic and parking conditions via the Internet are part of a network of physical objects known as the Internet of Technology.

a)

True

b)

False

33.

Strategic planning provides a clearly defined direction to guide decision making at all levels throughout the organization

a)

True

b)

False

34.

A Gantt chart is a graphical tool used for planning, monitoring, and coordinating projects; it is essentially a grid that lists activities with deadlines

a)

True

b)

False

35.

Maturity models, statistical methods, and test plans are examples of tools used in quality management

a)

True

b)

False

36.

In the Scrum method, team members work as a self-directed group coached by the ScrumMaster

a)

True

b)

False

37.

The difference between strategic and tactical goals is that:

a)

tactical goals encompass broader dimensions than strategic goals

b)

strategic goals are long-term in nature whereas tactical goals are short term

c)

strategic goals are more specific than tactical goals

d)

tactical goals are more important for a project than strategic goals

38.

______ involves reviewing the project charter, requirements documents, and organizational process assets to create a scope statement, adding more information as requirements are developed and change requests are approved

a)

Creating scope

b)

Validating Scope

c)

Controlling scope

d)

Defining scope

39.

Although Roberta had signed a form preventing her doctor from sharing her personal medical records with the company she worked for, she later discovered that the doctor's office had, in fact, shared her data with her health insurance provider and her employer, which caused her to be terminated. Because the doctor's practice violated its own privacy policy, she was able to file a lawsuit under the ________.  Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

a)

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

b)

None of These Answers

c)

Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act

d)

Health and Medical Records Privacy Act