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What type of analysis is performed by a model-driven DSS?

  • Ad hoc analysis
  • Qualitative analysis
  • Quantitative analysis (correct)
  • Predictive analysis
  • What type of problems do Model-Driven DSS systems typically help to solve?

  • Complex and dynamic problems
  • Unstructured problems
  • Structured and well-defined problems (correct)
  • Real-time decision-making problems
  • What is the primary function of a Model Management Software (MMS) in a DSS?

  • Model development and execution
  • Data storage and retrieval
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Coordinates the use of models in a DSS (correct)
  • What is a characteristic of Data-Driven DSS systems?

    <p>They involve large amounts of data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of DSS is used to perform qualitative analysis on a company's databases?

    <p>Data-driven DSS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a Model-Driven DSS, what does the user interact with primarily?

    <p>The model itself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of analysis is enabled by a DSS that allows for 'what-if' scenarios?

    <p>Sensitivity analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a Decision Support System (DSS)?

    <p>To support decision-making by analyzing data and models</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a Model-Driven DSS in decision-making?

    <p>To understand the impact of decisions on the organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a decision that can be supported by a DSS?

    <p>Should we expand into another product line?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data is used in a Data-Driven DSS?

    <p>Both internal company data and external data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between Model-Driven and Data-Driven DSS systems?

    <p>The type of problems they solve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a yield management system in the airline industry?

    <p>To maximize the amount of revenue generated on each flight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of DSS is used to evaluate and compare air fares on Travelocity.ca?

    <p>Data-Driven DSS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between Model-Driven DSS and Data-Driven DSS?

    <p>The type of models used for recommendation generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a what-if analysis in a DSS?

    <p>To evaluate the impact of different scenarios on a decision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of investment evaluation is facilitated by a Model-Driven DSS?

    <p>Evaluating alternative investment in mortgage portfolios</p> Signup and view all the answers

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