Data Mining and Decision Support Systems Quiz

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What distinguishes managerial support systems from enterprise systems?

Enterprise systems are created to support only tactical decision-making.

Enterprise systems are designed to provide detailed analytics for specific managers.

Managerial support systems are specifically designed to assist an individual manager or a small group. (correct)

Managerial support systems are used by all employees of an organization.

Which component is NOT a primary part of a decision support system (DSS)?

Data visualization (correct)

Data management

Dialog management interface

Model management

Which software is commonly associated with data mining?

PowerPoint

Google Analytics

Oracle Data Mining (correct)

Microsoft Excel

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding decision trees in data mining?

Decision trees visualize sets of decisions leading to various outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a DSS generator?

To provide capabilities to build specific DSS applications quickly. Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the process of discovering patterns from large datasets?

Data mining Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes enterprise systems?

Intended to streamline operations across the entire organization. Signup and view all the answers

What role does dialog management play in a DSS?

It facilitates user interaction with the DSS. Signup and view all the answers

What does rule induction focus on in the context of data mining?

The extraction of if-then rules based on statistical significance. Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is primarily used for predicting customer churn?

Nearest neighbor classification Signup and view all the answers

Which use of data mining aims to determine the products commonly bought together?

Market basket analysis Signup and view all the answers

In the context of data mining, what is genetic algorithms primarily based on?

Concepts of genetic combination, mutation, and natural selection. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key purpose of direct marketing in data mining?

To identify which prospects yield the highest response rate. Signup and view all the answers

How does customer retention in data mining typically occur?

Through segmentation of customers based on their behaviors and lifetime value. Signup and view all the answers

What function does a Group Support System (GSS) serve?

To enhance collaborative efforts during meetings. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of payment or default analysis?

To identify specific patterns predicting payment defaults. Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily supported by the Group Systems GSS in a typical meeting room setup?

Simultaneous anonymous idea generation Signup and view all the answers

Which component of Geographic Information Systems is regarded as the most critical?

Data that is spatially referenced Signup and view all the answers

What has been the recent focus of research in Group Systems beyond traditional group sessions?

Supporting remote and virtual team collaborations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following components is NOT considered a part of the GIS framework?

Crisis communication protocols Signup and view all the answers

In what way have GIS technologies changed since their introduction in the 1990s?

Enhanced desktop computing abilities integrating geographic data Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is crucial for a successful Geographic Information System to function effectively?

A well-designed plan and specific business rules Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary advantage of having a large public screen in a Group Systems GSS meeting?

To facilitate common viewing of information Signup and view all the answers

What role do people play in the functionality of GIS technology?

They manage systems and develop application plans. Signup and view all the answers

What key benefit do Information Systems personnel gain from integrating internal and external data?

Insights into cost and quality issues for geographic data Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the evolution of Executive Information Systems (EISs)?

EISs' user base has expanded from top executives to include all management levels. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of geographic analysis does NOT align with its capabilities?

Forecasting financial trends based on demographic data Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary ongoing development in geographic technologies?

3D and dynamic modeling for simulating movement Signup and view all the answers

What has largely replaced the term Executive Information Systems in many contexts?

Performance Management Software Signup and view all the answers

In what way do spatial technologies connect with wireless capabilities?

To facilitate the real-time deployment of assets Signup and view all the answers

Which type of data is commonly integrated into successful Executive Information Systems?

Qualitative data such as competitive insights and assessments Signup and view all the answers

Which question is least likely to be answered by geographic analysis?

What marketing strategy will maximize profits? Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern of Knowledge Management (KM)?

Implementing behavior changes to reflect new knowledge Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Knowledge Management System (KMS)?

Minimal user input required Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of a Knowledge Management System?

To disseminate knowledge throughout the firm Signup and view all the answers

In a Communities of Practice (COP) KMS, who is responsible for validating the knowledge?

Members of the community themselves Signup and view all the answers

What type of KMS initiative was developed for the Corporate KMS within the Pharmaceutical Firm?

A company-wide KMS supporting multiple communities of practice Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is NOT among the three most commonly used in the Corporate KMS?

Project management tool Signup and view all the answers

What principle describes the expectation of benefits exceeding costs in Knowledge Management?

Value proposition framework Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary mission of the Field Sales KMS team?

To create and structure relevant KMS content Signup and view all the answers