Introduction to Information Systems Lecture 1: Concepts and Importance

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In the context of information systems, what is data?

Raw facts

What are the characteristics of valuable information in the context of information systems?

Verifiable, accurate, relevant, secure

What is the main reason for the expected increase in career opportunities in Information Systems?

Key factor of mobile applications

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

Documentation

Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with valuable information as described in the text?

Confidential

What scientific term can be used to replace the phrase 'Converting data into useful outputs' as mentioned in the text?

Data Processing

What is the main purpose of Computer-Based Information Systems (CBIS) as described in the text?

To collect, manipulate, and process data into information

Which of the following is not a characteristic of valuable information in the context of information systems?

Complex and convoluted

What scientific term can be used to replace the phrase 'Collection of facts organized and processed in such a way that they have value beyond the individual facts themselves' as mentioned in the text?

Information synthesis

In the context of information systems, what is the main purpose of putting a kiosk in a store to connect to an e-commerce website?

To track inventory and record purchases

What differentiates data from information in the context of information systems?

Data is unprocessed, while information is processed

Which of the following is a primary responsibility in information systems that focuses on specific development projects and ongoing maintenance and review?

System development

What term is used to describe the activity of gathering and capturing raw data in the context of information systems?

Input

Which characteristic is typically associated with valuable information in the context of information systems?

Timely

What is the main reason for the expected increase in career opportunities in Information Systems?

Mobile applications

Which of the following is a set of interrelated elements that collect, manipulate, store, disseminate data and information, and provide a corrective reaction to meet an objective?

Information system (IS)

What term can be used to replace the phrase 'Converting data into useful outputs' as mentioned in the text?

Data manipulation

Which component is typically NOT a part of Computer-Based Information Systems (CBIS)?

Hardware

'Awareness and understanding of a set of information' best describes which concept discussed in the context of information systems?

Knowledge

'Activity of gathering and capturing raw data' is best associated with which process discussed in the context of information systems?

Input

Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with valuable information as described in the text?

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This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of information systems and their significance in various professions and organizations. Topics include data, information, knowledge, and the essential role of information systems in achieving career goals.

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