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What is the main difference between data and information?
What is the main difference between data and information?
- Data is raw facts without specific meaning, while information is processed data with a purpose and meaning (correct)
- Data is enough to make decisions, while information is raw facts without specific meaning
- Data is used to make decisions with context, while information is independent of the data
- Data collection relies on information systems, while information is used to manage operations
What is the primary purpose of an information system in organizations?
What is the primary purpose of an information system in organizations?
- To innovate and compete in the marketplace
- To collect, organize, store, and communicate information (correct)
- To manage operations and decision making
- To interact with customers and suppliers
Why do even non-high tech organizations need information systems?
Why do even non-high tech organizations need information systems?
- To carry out and manage operations, interact with customers and suppliers, and compete in the marketplace (correct)
- To process data for decision making
- To rely on popular companies for technology advancements
- To innovate and make front page news
What does an information system consist of?
What does an information system consist of?
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What makes organizations rely on information systems?
What makes organizations rely on information systems?
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