10 Questions
What is the activity of converting data into useful outputs in an information system?
Processing
Which component of an information system involves the production of useful information, usually in the form of documents and reports?
Output
What type of information system can be either manual or computerized?
Hybrid
In an information system, what is used to make changes to input or processing activities?
Feedback
What is the difference between data and information?
Data is raw facts, while information is organized facts with value.
What are the components of an information system?
Inputs, outputs, processing mechanisms, feedback
Why is valuable information important for organizations?
It helps organizations achieve their goals more efficiently and effectively.
What is the measure of what is produced divided by what is consumed in an information system?
Efficiency
What is the extent to which a system attains its goals called?
System effectiveness
How does valuable information help decision makers in an organization?
It helps decision makers achieve their organization’s goals more effectively.
Test your understanding of the first chapter of Information Systems Concepts, covering the importance of studying information systems, the distinction between data and information, and the components and characteristics of information systems.
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