Information Systems Overview

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What is a system?

A random collection of resources and processes.

A collection of independent components that function separately.

A group of elements that interact to achieve a common goal. (correct)

A single element that performs a specific task.

What is the main purpose of an information system?

To process information and fulfill a need. (correct)

To generate random numbers.

To store and manage data.

To perform calculations on user input.

What are the key components of an information system?

Power supply, cables, and connections.

Physical space, internet access, and users.

Participants, data, and information technology. (correct)

Hardware, software, and data.

Which of the following is NOT an information process performed by an information system?

Generating random data. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of 'information technology' in an information system?

To provide a platform for managing data. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an information system?

To provide information for decision-making (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important factor in determining the success of an information system?

Alignment with the organization's objectives (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of the purpose of an information system?

Providing entertainment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the reason a system exists?

Objective (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of an information system?

To provide tools for problem solving and decision making (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a key function of information systems?

Collecting and organizing information (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a specific purpose of the education information system?

To develop skills for societal participation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the human body represent in the context of information systems?

A system of interconnected parts working together (C) Signup and view all the answers

How are information systems designed in relation to their environment?

They operate within a specific environment and purpose (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which component is NOT part of the education information system?

Government policies (B) Signup and view all the answers

What best describes data in an information system?

Raw material that may or may not be useful. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is NOT part of the environment of an information system?

The layout of the information system interface. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of data when entered into an information system?

Data can be in various forms such as images and audio. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about changes in information technology is true?

Rapid changes in technology will influence the environments of information systems. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of an information system, what are 'circumstances and conditions'?

External and internal factors that influence the system. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Information

Data that is processed and organized to be meaningful.

System

A group of elements that work together to achieve a purpose.