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Introduction to Information Systems: Data, Information, Knowledge

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What is the primary goal of a probabilistic system?

To perfectly predict the occurrence of events

To control all system variables and parameters

To process data and produce information for decision-making

To measure the efficiency and effectiveness of the system (correct)

Which of the following is considered a system parameter?

Selling price

Raw material costs (correct)

Operating system

Database

Which of the following is NOT a component of a Computer-Based Information System (CBIS)?

Databases

Software

Hardware

Accounting (correct)

Which of the following best describes the relationship between data and information?

Data is the raw, unorganized material, while information is the organized, meaningful, and useful interpretation of that data Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a typical component of an information system?

Accounting Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of an information system?

To process data and produce information for decision-making Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of valuable information?

Organized, meaningful, and useful Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key component of a computer-based information system (CBIS)?

Telecommunications/Networks Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a system variable and a system parameter?

System variables are controllable, while system parameters are not Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of transforming data into information?

To help companies solve problems and make decisions Signup and view all the answers