Transaction Processing Cycle: Data Processing and Storage Quiz

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What happens if the code is misread or does not exist in the table during a transaction?

The checkout clerk is given an instruction to rescan the item or type the information manually (correct)

The system automatically updates the inventory

The transaction is cancelled

The customer is notified of the error

Which of the following is an example of data manipulation in a transaction processing system?

Classifying data and performing calculations (correct)

Updating one or more databases with new transactions

Storing data in a database

Generating output reports

What is the purpose of document production and reports in a transaction processing system?

To update the organization's database

To generate output records, documents, and reports (correct)

To classify data and perform calculations

To generate input for other systems

What happens to the data after being updated in a transaction processing system?

It is stored in the organization's database for further processing Signup and view all the answers

What type of system is responsible for tracking the flow of data related to all cash flows that affect the organization?

Accounting system Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the processing flow of an order processing system?

Receiving the customer order Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of data editing in the transaction processing cycle?

To detect any problems with data validity and completeness Signup and view all the answers

In a traditional Transaction Processing System, what is the primary objective of batch processing?

To accumulate and process transactions as a single unit Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a transaction processing system?

To perform and record daily routine transactions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of data storage in the transaction processing cycle?

To retain data for future use Signup and view all the answers

What type of data do transaction processing systems provide to employees?

Data to help achieve their goals Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an input to a transaction processing system?

Customer order Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of data manipulation in the transaction processing cycle?

To transform data into a usable format Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary output of the transaction processing cycle?

Documents and reports Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a traditional transaction processing system application?

Order entry Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of transaction processing systems as they move towards management information systems?

Less routine, more decision support Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of online transaction processing (OLTP) over traditional batch processing?

Immediate processing of each transaction Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of transaction processing systems in an organization?

To keep track of elementary activities and transactions Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Transaction Processing Systems (TPSs)

TPSs capture and process the detailed data necessary to update records about the fundamental business operations of an organization.
Examples of TPSs include order entry, inventory control, payroll, attendance systems, reservation systems, point of sale, etc.
Input to TPSs include customer orders, credit cards, purchase orders, etc.

Data Manipulation

Performing calculations and other data transformations related to business transactions.
Includes: classifying data, sorting data into categories, performing calculations, summarizing results, and storing data in the organization's database for further processing.

Data Storage

Updating one or more databases with new transactions.
Data can be further processed and manipulated by other systems after being updated.

Document Production and Reports

Generating output records, documents, and reports, including hard-copy paper reports and displays on computer screens.
Results from one TPS can be inputs to another system.

Transaction Processing Activities

Capture and process data that describes fundamental business transactions.
Update databases.
Produce a variety of reports.