Components of Information System Quiz
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What type of information is required for decisions related to long-term planning and strategy?

  • Strategic information (correct)
  • Tactical information
  • Executive information
  • Operational information

    • Which of the following statements accurately describes strategic information?

  • It has a large volume of data that is easy to obtain.
  • It is highly structured and well-defined.
  • It is essential for directing actions in the long term. (correct)
  • It is mainly used for short-term decision-making.

    • What distinguishes tactical information from strategic information?

  • Type of business decision it supports
  • Volume of data and ease of obtainability (correct)
  • Structured nature and processing requirements
  • Time horizon and purpose of use

    • In the context of the text, what type of information is obtained from day-to-day collection of routine data?

    <p>Tactical information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of decisions does tactical information support?

    <p>Routine business operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of information necessitates specific data processing designed for short-term decision-making?

    <p>Tactical information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

    <p>Qualitative data is descriptive while quantitative data consists of numbers and measurements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a scientist wants to analyze the behavior of a certain animal, what type of data would be most useful?

    <p>Qualitative data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context do we typically collect and store data?

    <p>Via observation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the term 'data'?

    <p>Facts, figures, measurements, and amounts gathered for analysis or reference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If someone is analyzing a dataset that includes measurements like weight and height, what type of data are they working with?

    <p>Quantitative data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of data is more likely to include information like color, texture, or appearance?

    <p>Qualitative data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Survey phase in building an information system?

    <p>Identifying challenges and issues encountered by the company and existing system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of the SDLC focuses on understanding the interconnected details of system components?

    <p>Analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What critical aspects should be analyzed during the Analysis phase in building an information system?

    <p>Business plans and processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which phase does the organization provide a design guideline to the IT team?

    <p>Design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a part of the phases involved in building an information system based on the SDLC?

    <p>User feedback collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the Implementation phase in the SDLC for building an information system?

    <p>Deploying the system for actual use in the organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of software in an Information System?

    <p>Interacts with the hardware to provide instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text describe the nature of software in an Information System?

    <p>Intangible and non-touchable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What analogy does the text use to explain data in an Information System?

    <p>Data is like a collection of facts and information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is aggregated, indexed, and organized data considered powerful for an organization?

    <p>Because it is intangible but useful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of an information system is often overlooked when focusing on technology components?

    <p>People involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of an information system, what defines a process?

    <p>A series of steps to achieve a goal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of sensors in the Internet of Things (IoT)?

    <p>Detecting and responding to physical changes in the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do information systems contribute to organizations?

    <p>By providing a consistent and powerful advantage in the business environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of sensors embedded in objects?

    <p>Detecting and responding to physical changes in the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has technology impacted the role of information systems?

    <p>By evolving information systems to become the backbone of organizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What advantage do organizations gain by using their information systems for data-driven decisions?

    <p>An edge over those operating with traditional level information systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What parameter is NOT typically measured by sensors in IoT?

    <p>Sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

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